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16 Jul 2026 at 10:50

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves The Open University, a sub-central government public authority, located in Milton Keynes, UK, seeking suppliers for an Online Donation Platform. This tender, identified as OUPA11643, falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems. The entire procurement was initiated as a tender and has reached the contract award stage, with Sponsorcraft Limited, a supplier based in London, being the successful bidder. The contract, valued at £64,020, commenced on 1st August 2026, with an optional extension up to 31st July 2032.

This procurement offers business opportunities primarily for companies specialising in the development and provision of online platforms and associated professional services. SMEs with capabilities in bespoke software development and donation management systems are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. The procurement followed a "below threshold" process, suggesting suitability for smaller, innovative enterprises seeking to expand their portfolio in the public sector. The presence of a contract extension clause highlights the potential for long-term collaboration.

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Notice Title

Online Donation Platform

Notice Description

Online platform to facilitate payment of donations and associated management software, plus professional services for bespoke template development. Contract term 4+2 years, 6 years total. Total cost PS64,020 including all extension options

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ccb9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067177-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£53,350 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK7 6AA
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Monkston
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPONSORCRAFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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