Tender

UOW981 - Applicant Tracking Software (ATS)

UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER

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Tender

09 Feb 2026 at 10:22

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Worcester is initiating a tender process for a new Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) to replace its current system. The procurement, titled "UOW981 - Applicant Tracking Software (ATS)," falls under the recruitment services industry category. This open competition tender is crucial as the existing contract expires on 30th November 2026. Interested parties should be aware of the key dates, with the enquiry period closing on 9th March 2026 and the tender period concluding on 16th March 2026. The contract is situated in Worcester, UK, with the procurement process being overseen by Emily Mann. The total contract value is set at £84,000, and the competitive process allows for electronic submissions.

This tender provides considerable growth opportunities for businesses specialising in recruitment technologies and software services, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality solutions at competitive prices. The award criteria consist of 70% quality and 30% commercial aspects, favouring businesses with a robust track record in delivering quality software solutions. The selected vendor will enter a contract commencing on 1st December 2026, lasting up to a maximum of seven years, including potential renewals. Businesses proficient in electronic submission protocols and capable of navigating an open procurement process will be well-positioned to succeed in this tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UOW981 - Applicant Tracking Software (ATS)

Notice Description

The University's current Applicant Tracking System (ATS) has been in place since 2019 and the contract expires on 30th November 2026. A full open re-tender process is therefore now required to ensure the University retains use of a comprehensive and up-to-date system.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064ada
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011266-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£84,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£84,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 2026Today
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2030 4-5 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
UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER
Contact Name
Emily Mann
Contact Email
uwtenders@worc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR2 6AJ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLG12 Worcestershire CC

Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
St Clement
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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