Award

AT1375 eLearning Platform LMS and CMS

LUTON COUNCIL

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Award

24 Feb 2026 at 09:20

Tender

12 Dec 2025 at 16:54

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the AT1375 eLearning Platform LMS and CMS, initiated by Luton Council, culminated in an award to Advance Change Limited t/a Actus Software. This service-oriented procurement falls under the category of e-learning services and training software package. Located in Luton, UKH21, the contract signed on 6th February 2026 will span from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2030, with potential extensions. The procurement method employed was open competition, aimed below the threshold, facilitating a transparent selection process. The platform is designed to offer Luton Council comprehensive control over learner processes, from registration to monitoring and reporting, with customisation capabilities.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in e-learning services and software packages, especially those designated as SMEs. Luton Council's demand for an interactive learning management system means organisations with expertise in customisable digital learning solutions are well-positioned to thrive in such projects. This long-term contract offers not only financial benefits but also potential for renewal, encouraging ongoing collaboration with public sector entities, and enhancing business growth in educational technology.

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Notice Title

AT1375 eLearning Platform LMS and CMS

Notice Description

AT1375 eLearning Platform LMS and CMS. The platform will provide the council with control over the end to end learner process from registration to completion monitoring and reporting, as well as control to customise the functions and content on the platform.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f536
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016318-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

48931000 - Training software package

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£115,200 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£115,200 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,615 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADVANCE CHANGE LIMITED T/A ACTUS SOFTWARE

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