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Planning

10 Aug 2026 at 11:35

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen has initiated a public procurement process to replace its existing financial management solution as part of its digital transformation strategy. This procurement, currently in the planning stage, seeks information and indicative pricing for a new finance system inclusive of optional modules, support services, and implementation. The contract falls under the "Software package and information systems" industry category and is classified as goods procurement. The entire process will be conducted in the UK, specifically in the Aberdeen region (UKM50), and aligns with the 2014 EU legislation. Potential suppliers should take note of the buyer's contact email at e-sourcing@abdn.ac.uk for further engagement. Interested parties can expect a future notice to be issued by January 18, 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in financial software solutions to engage with a prestigious educational institution like the University of Aberdeen. Companies offering modern, scalable finance systems with innovative modules and comprehensive support services will find this procurement particularly suitable. As the initiative forms part of a broader digital transformation agenda, providers with experience in supporting large-scale IT shifts in academic environments may find themselves at an advantage. The tender process allows businesses to demonstrate their capabilities in delivering complex systems, thus facilitating potential growth and partnerships within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Finance System RFI - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

The University of Aberdeen invites interested parties to provide information and indicative pricing relating to a modern Finance System, including optional modules, support services, and implementation. The proposed system will replace the existing financial management solution as part of the University's wider digital transformation agenda.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Aberdeen invites interested parties to provide information and indicative pricing relating to a modern Finance System, including optional modules, support services, and implementation. The proposed system will replace the existing financial management solution as part of the University's wider digital transformation agenda.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e00d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075696-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Jan 20276 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 3FX
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

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