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Flywire Student Financial Software Solution

THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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27 Feb 2026 at 14:42

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27 Feb 2026 at 14:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by The University of Kent, located in Canterbury, seeks to implement the Flywire Student Financial Software Solution. The contract is categorized under financial systems software development services, with Flywire Payments Limited as the supplier. This contract aligns with the public authority sub-central government classification. The direct award procurement method was used due to compatibility considerations with existing services and technical requirements. The contract began on 27th February 2026, with an end date set for 31st July 2030, while a future signature date was scheduled for 11th March 2026. Key industry categories include services, specifically within the technological and financial sectors, with the location focused on the UKJ4 region in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in financial software development and integration, particularly those capable of providing seamless online payment solutions integrated with ERP systems. Vendors specialising in software solutions for educational institutions can benefit, given the ongoing support and technical integration requirements outlined by the University. Such opportunities can bolster growth for companies that can meet the technical criteria and compatibility needs, thus supporting educational organisations in enhancing their financial software systems efficiently and economically.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Flywire Student Financial Software Solution

Notice Description

The University currently contracts with Flywire for its online credit/debit card payment processing. The University is looking to implement Flywire's Student Financial Software (SFS) Solution which will integrate with Unit 4 ERP. This will enable Kent to be able to offer students on-line visibility of their student account through Flywire. Students will also be able to set up and manage payment plans in one portal and access their full payment history. Flywire do not charge a fee for implementing the solution and provide free ongoing support. There is an annual SaaS fee of PS60,000 including VAT. The University currently has a 5 year agreement with a 1 year break clause and the SFS solution will be an addendum to the existing contract.

Procurement Information

The public contract concerns the supply of goods, services or works by the existing supplier which are intended as an extension to, or partial replacement of, existing goods, services or works in circumstances where- (a)a change in supplier would result in the contracting authority receiving goods, services or works that are different from, or incompatible with, the existing goods, services or works, and (b)the difference or incompatibility would result in disproportionate technical difficulties in operation or maintenance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065e6e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017997-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72212442 - Financial systems software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
11 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT2 7NZ
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FLYWIRE PAYMENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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