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CRB Cunningham's Education Solutions Annual Cashless System Maintenance 2026/27

The Education Authority NI

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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21 Jan 2026 at 15:33

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05 Jan 2026 at 14:37

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17 Dec 2025 at 15:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The Education Authority NI, located in Belfast, UK, has completed a public procurement process for the annual maintenance of the cashless system at 32 school sites, titled "CRB Cunningham’s Education Solutions Annual Cashless System Maintenance 2026/27." This contract, awarded under the direct procurement method due to proprietary system requirements, ensures that technical support and licensing are maintained for the next 12 months. With a contract period starting from 16th January 2026 to 31st December 2026, the value of the contract is £216,099.97. The procurement is governed by legislative framework UKPGA 2023/54, and primarily concerns services within the repair and maintenance of school catering equipment.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the provision of technical support and maintenance services for educational institutions. While CRB Cunninghams Ltd was the exclusive supplier due to intellectual property rights of the system, future procurement adjustments could open opportunities for other businesses as systems evolve to include more warranty and support options. Companies that specialise in niche technology solutions for education systems, especially those with innovative approaches to cashless and catering solutions, would be well-positioned to explore future contracts within this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CRB Cunningham's Education Solutions Annual Cashless System Maintenance 2026/27

Notice Description

CRB Cunninghams Education Solution Annual Maintenance 2026. This maintenance agreement is to ensure that cashless systems are provided with licencing and technical support during the next 12 months.

Procurement Information

The DAC is being awarded to provide technical support and maintenance to a proprietary cashless system at 32 schools sites during the 12 months from the commencement date detailed on this request. As this is a proprietary system, it can only be technically supported and maintained by CRB Cunninghams. It is anticipated that any future systems include, warranty, support and maintenance and will therefore reduce the need for this type of DAC in the future.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f81c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005420-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

50883000 - Repair and maintenance services of catering equipment

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£180,083 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£180,083 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
16 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Education Authority NI
Additional Buyers

Education Authority

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT1 2NQ
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CRB CUNNINGHAMS LIMITED

CRB Cunninghams Ltd

Further Information

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