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17 Jul 2026 at 14:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Renfrewshire Leisure involves the provision of a new ticketing, booking, and commercial software platform designed to boost operational efficiency and enhance visitor experiences at museums and event venues. As a primary provider of services in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKM region, the procurement is categorised under software supply services. This tender, conducted via an open procedure, remains in the tender stage as of its most recent update, and interested parties are encouraged to submit electronic responses by 17th August 2026. Critical dates include the award period starting on 17th August 2026, providing a structured timeline for potential suppliers.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software supply, implementation, and support services. Companies adept in delivering integrated platforms for admissions, bookings, and retail transactions will find this procurement particularly appealing. The contract, managed with potential for renewal by OneRen for up to an additional two-year period, caters to entities capable of delivering high-quality service as the selection criteria favouring a quality-to-price ratio of 70:30 suggests. As Renfrewshire Leisure manages cultural and recreational activities, firms with expertise in enhancing visitor engagement through digital solutions will be well-positioned to compete effectively.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Ticketing, Booking, and Commercial Software

Notice Description

The purpose of this procurement exercise is to identify and select a supplier to provide a new ticketing, booking and commercial platform for OneRen that enhances operational efficiency, streamlines processes, and improves the overall visitor experience while ensuring proactive support from the provider.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The new system will primarily support the operation of the museums and event venues, providing a unified platform for admissions, bookings, retail transactions, and donations. It should enable staff to manage visitor activity efficiently while delivering a seamless experience for visitors both onsite and in advance of their visit. The system should support general admission ticketing, schools and group bookings, and donation functionality, alongside a fully integrated retail electronic point of sale (EPOS) solution with hardware integration including tills and cash drawers. The aim is to create a streamlined system that brings together museum and venue admissions, retail activity, and visitor bookings within a single platform. Additional information: Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of OneRen in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime.

Renewal: OneRen will have the option to extend for up to a further 1 x 2-year period. Any period of extension will be at the sole discretion of OneRen.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ce20
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067921-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

72261000 - Software support services

72263000 - Software implementation services

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RENFREWSHIRE LEISURE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PAISLEY
Postcode
PA1 1LL
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Renfrewshire
Electoral Ward
Paisley East and Central
Westminster Constituency
Paisley and Renfrewshire South

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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