Tender

Business Process Support Services ITT

YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY

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Tender

17 Mar 2026 at 11:07

Summary of the contracting process

York St John University is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "Business Process Support Services ITT," reflecting its sustained growth in applications from Africa, particularly Nigeria. This procurement falls under the category of public authority services, focusing on office-support services (CPV code: 79500000), with a geographical emphasis on York in the United Kingdom (region UKE21). Interested providers should note the procurement method is open competition, below the threshold, with electronic submissions allowed via the specified platform. Enquiry submissions are due by 3rd April 2026, and tender submissions must be completed by 10th April 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in office-support services to partner with York St John University, particularly those skilled in managing admissions processes and compliance with UKVI standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract appealing, given its suitability for such organisations. Experience in account management, proven capability through case studies, and a consideration of social and ethical business impacts could enhance competitive offers. With an estimated contract gross value of £100,000, the engagement will span from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2028, presenting a strategic avenue for business growth and service portfolio expansion in the educational sector.

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Notice Title

Business Process Support Services ITT

Notice Description

The University has experienced sustained growth in applications from Africa, particularly Nigeria. To support this demand, as well as the potential for growth in other territories, YSJ operates a dedicated Africa Admissions Office in Lagos. The University seeks to tender for skilled and experienced providers to deliver this service in future. Other geographical locations would be considered, if demonstrably beneficial to the delivery of the service requirements. This office processes applications, conducts document verification, manages Pre-CAS interviews, and provides applicant support on behalf of the UK Admissions team. The University is retendering for a Service Provider to operate this service, ensuring high quality delivery, compliance with UKVI and University standards, and a seamless extension of the UK admissions function. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-York:-Office-support-services./427853AJ73 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/427853AJ73

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066bf1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023930-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79500000 - Office-support services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO31 7EX
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE21 York

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Guildhall
Westminster Constituency
York Central

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