Planning

Learning Management System

LIFT SCHOOLS

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07 Oct 2025 at 09:35

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

07 Oct 2025 at 07:53

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by LIFT SCHOOLS, is currently in the planning stage for a Learning Management System (LMS). LIFT SCHOOLS, a sub-central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom, aims to procure services focused on software packages and information systems for educational purposes. As part of this initial engagement phase, suppliers are invited to a market engagement event in November 2025. Interested suppliers should confirm their participation by 28th October 2025. The procurement process aims to identify suppliers capable of delivering a state-of-the-art LMS that integrates seamlessly with existing IT frameworks and exhibits modern features such as AI-based content creation and advanced analytics.

This tender offers a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in educational software, e-learning services, and cloud-based IT systems. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement strategy includes considerations for their involvement. The initiative to seek best-in-class LMS solutions presents openings for innovative tech firms with capabilities in AI and scalable system design. By participating, companies can potentially engage in a long-term contract starting in August 2026, thereby stimulating business growth and establishing a foothold in the educational technology sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Learning Management System

Notice Description

This is a Pre-Market Engagement Exercise for Lift Schools. The purpose of this preliminary market engagement exercise is to inform suppliers in the current market and gain information to inform a potential future procurement. What we're looking for We are looking for a supplier who can deliver a best-in-class, LMS that includes: Seamless and scalable cloud-based delivery A modern, intuitive user experience for staff and administrators Advanced analytics and reporting Interoperability with Google Workspace, HRIS (iTrent), and MIS (Arbor) Blended learning and microlearning capabilities, including a mobile app Support for compliance training and performance-linked development AI-based content creation capabilities A strong roadmap for innovation in AI, automation, and skills-based learning At this stage, any information gathered through this exercise will inform the Trust internal business planning and the subsequent procurement process. For the avoidance of doubt, this is the scoping phase and is not part of a formal procurement process.

Planning Information

In November we will be dedicating an event to the wider supply base for Learning Management Systems. This may include a Presentation from Lift , and a series of 15 minute 1-2-1 slots for each supplier with a Lift Schools team member. If you would like to be invited to this events and a 1-2-1 slot please indicate via correspondence on the Intend Portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal before Friday 28th October 2025 the following; Company Name(s) of attendees Y/N for 1-2-1 slot We look forward to seeing you,please confirm your attendance by return correspondence as soon as possible to enable accurate figures for refreshments. Please see atttached a draft specification which details our current thinking and requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a923
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062761-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48190000 - Educational software package

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Aug 2026 - 30 Jul 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIFT SCHOOLS
Contact Name
Andrea Weed
Contact Email
procurement@liftschools.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W12 7TF
Post Town
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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