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Provision of Applicant Tracking System

LIFT SCHOOLS

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

21 May 2026 at 09:10

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

15 Apr 2026 at 09:57

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

07 Jan 2026 at 17:19

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

07 Aug 2025 at 13:15

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process for the Provision of an Applicant Tracking System has been completed by Lift Schools, a sub-central government public authority based in London, United Kingdom. The invitation to tender was initiated to replace the current applicant tracking system, which will conclude on 31 August 2026. Following a competitive flexible procedure, EARCU LTD secured the contract, which was signed on 20 May 2026. The contract spans from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2029, with an option for renewal extending to 2031. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically for office automation software packages and data capture services, with a total contract value of £177,300. The procurement method allowed flexible competition, evidencing a strategic selection process.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in developing robust applicant tracking systems, particularly those proficient in creating software that enhances user experience and integrates with existing HR systems. Large enterprises with a proven track record in delivering comprehensive office automation solutions, as evidenced by EARCU LTD's successful bid, stand to benefit significantly. Companies should prepare to demonstrate compliance with stringent recruitment standards and the capability to offer bespoke integration features. Those with the capacity to innovate within the framework of competitive flexible procedures can find growth by participating in similar tenders in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Applicant Tracking System

Notice Description

Our current contract for our existing Applicant Tracking System is due to end on 31 August 2026. Following a recent market testing exercise, Lift Schools now seeks to procure a new Applicant Tracking System (ATS) that enhances candidate experience, ensures full compliance with safer recruitment, and integrates seamlessly with our wider people systems.

Planning Information

Please email chammond@lift schools should you be interested in this opportunity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058353
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046765-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48920000 - Office automation software package

72313000 - Data capture services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£177,300 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£177,300 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
14 Apr 20265 months ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIFT SCHOOLS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W12 7TF
Postcode Area
West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hammersmith and Fulham
Electoral Ward
White City
Westminster Constituency
Hammersmith and Chiswick

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EARCU LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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