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Contract for the provision of a HSQW Portal (con_30822)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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17 Mar 2026 at 16:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has completed the procurement process for a contract titled “Contract for the provision of a HSQW Portal” aimed at supporting educational infrastructure throughout England. This contract falls under the category of "Software package and information systems" and is classified as a goods procurement. The procurement was conducted using a limited method, specified as below threshold competition. The contract, awarded to TRIMBLE UK LTD, commenced on 6 February 2026 and will run until 5 February 2029, with a gross value of £126,752.53. The process reached the award and contract stage as of 17 March 2026, indicating the completion and activation of the contract.

This procurement offers significant potential for business growth within the educational software industry, particularly for businesses that specialise in information systems and software solutions. Companies with experience and expertise in developing educational software packages are well-suited to compete for similar projects. By understanding the procurement requirements and delivering solutions tailored to the needs of educational institutions, relevant businesses can leverage such contracts to expand their portfolio and enhance their reputation within the public sector. The awarded contract encourages further innovation and collaboration between public authorities and business entities in the field of educational technology.

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Notice Title

Contract for the provision of a HSQW Portal (con_30822)

Notice Description

"The Buyer is responsible for funding and standards in education, which includes supporting the delivery of building and maintenance programmes for schools, academies, free schools and sixth-form colleges (the "Education Estate") in England.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066caf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024255-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£105,627 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2026 - 5 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRIMBLE

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