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Management Information System

OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST

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23 Apr 2026 at 07:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by Outwood Grange Academies Trust involves the provision of a Management Information System (MIS) aimed to support operational, academic, and statutory reporting requirements. This contract, classified under the services industry category, specifically involves information systems or technology planning services. The procurement took place across several regions including UKD, UKE, and UKF in the United Kingdom. Resulting from a competitive process outlined under the Everything ICT framework agreement, the tender has progressed to the award stage, with the contract being signed on 22nd April 2026. The supplier, Arbor Education Partners Limited, has been selected through a limited procurement method — an award procedure conducted without prior publication of a call for competition. The process adhered to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, ensuring compliance with governing standards.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in management information systems and educational technology services. The awarded contract encompasses comprehensive tasks such as software access, implementation, training, and lifecycle support, thus offering prospects for businesses adept in system configuration and educational support. Larger-scale businesses with experience in handling substantial service contracts would be well-suited to engage in similar procurement activities. The structured approach within this framework agreement highlights the importance of offering both cost-effective and high-quality solutions, emphasising the significance of competitive pricing and quality assurance in winning public contracts.

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Notice Title

Management Information System

Notice Description

Provision of a Management Information System (MIS) to support the Trust's operational, academic and statutory reporting requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The contract has been awarded through a Further Competition conducted via the Everything ICT framework agreement. In alignment with the framework's procurement guidelines, a competitive process was undertaken to identify the provider best suited to the Contracting Authority's specific requirements. The contract provides for a Management Information System (MIS) to support all operational, academic, and statutory reporting obligations. The comprehensive scope of work includes: Software Access: Full provision of the MIS platform. Implementation: System configuration and data migration from legacy systems. Training: Comprehensive user training for relevant staff. Lifecycle Support: Ongoing technical support, maintenance, and system updates throughout the contract term. Classified as a services contract, this award has been made in full compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the specific governed terms of the Everything ICT agreement.

Procurement Information

The contract has been awarded through a Further Competition conducted via the Everything ICT framework agreement. In alignment with the framework's procurement guidelines, a competitive process was undertaken to identify the provider best suited to the Contracting Authority's specific requirements. Classified as a services contract, this award has been made in full compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the specific governed terms of the Everything ICT agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068922
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036873-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72222200 - Information systems or technology planning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,333,171 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 20262 days ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF1 2PF
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARBOR EDUCATION PARTNERS

Further Information

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