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Tender

05 Aug 2026 at 15:54

Summary of the contracting process

Tyne Coast College in South Shields, United Kingdom, is seeking to appoint a single supplier for the provision of HR & Payroll Software and Managed Payroll Services. This procurement process falls under the services category and utilises an open, competitive flexible procedure. The tender, identified by CA18326, is currently active, with the deadline for submissions set for 1st September 2026 at 10:00 am. Key stages of the process include selection questionnaires (SQ), invitation to tender (ITT), and a standstill period before the final award, which is expected by 1st January 2027. Interested parties must complete their registration and submissions via the MultiQuote platform.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in human resources software and payroll management services. Suitable candidates, including SMEs and VCSEs, with proven business quality standards and relevant experience can significantly benefit from this opportunity. Given the contract’s duration from 2027 to 2032, with possible extensions, the appointed supplier can establish a long-term partnership with the college. The procurement demands stringent adherence to quality and pricing criteria, with an emphasis on providing comprehensive, reliable solutions to meet Tyne Coast College’s requirements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

HR & Payroll Software and Managed Payroll Services - Tyne Coast College

Notice Description

Tyne Coast College is looking to appoint a single supplier to provide their HR & Payroll Software and Managed Payroll Services requirement. Full details are provided within the tender pack.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dce6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074391-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package

79211110 - Payroll management services

79631000 - Personnel and payroll services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£571,667 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£571,667 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Mar 2032 Over 5 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
TYNE COAST COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH SHIELDS
Postcode
NE34 6ET
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Westoe
Westminster Constituency
South Shields

Further Information

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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