Tender

Digital Engagement Platform - Communications App (Provision of)

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 15:58

Planning

19 Jan 2026 at 15:53

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Sunderland College is seeking to procure a Digital Engagement Platform in the form of a Communications App. This process is currently at the tender stage with the procurement method being an open competition, facilitating a wide range of bids. The app is intended to enhance communication with students, parents, and alumni by serving as both a messaging tool and an information service. Prospective suppliers are required to ensure the app's compatibility with existing systems. The tender pertains to the services industry category, with significant classifications including communications network, mobile platforms, and educational software development services. Interested parties must submit their electronic responses by 24th February 2026. The contract is expected to run from 27th March 2026 to 26th March 2029, with options for renewal.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in mobile app development, particularly those capable of integrating educational software functionalities. Companies with experience in building adaptable and scalable communication platforms will find this project aligns well with their expertise. Given the emphasis on quality, cost-effectiveness, and social value, small to medium enterprises (SMEs) equipped with robust technical offerings and innovative approaches are encouraged to compete. This contract not only presents a potential revenue stream but also offers a chance to enhance brand recognition through partnership with a public undertaking like the City of Sunderland College.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital Engagement Platform - Communications App (Provision of)

Notice Description

The College have a requirement to contract for the provision of a communication app which can communicate with students, parents and alumni. The app will primarily be used as a communication tool to push messages out to users and a place for users to access services and find information. The successful supplier will create an app which can be adapted for different user types. The app needs to integrate with current systems as detailed in the minimum requirements and support the delivery of key activity - such as delivery of exam results.

Planning Information

The College have reviewed the “MyDay” student Portal and Mobile App in Summer 2024. This has enabled the College to create a “Cloud based” specification. Ready Education did not support the development of the specification, and provided case study material only.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06090a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004467-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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


CPV Codes

32412000 - Communications network

34514700 - Mobile platforms

72212190 - Educational software development services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
20 Jan 2026Today
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Mar 2026 - 26 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE
Contact Name
Katrina Foster
Contact Email
procurement@educationpartnershipne.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR3 4AH
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Barnes
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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