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Provision of a fully supported ERP system

SRUC

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

08 May 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Planning

23 Apr 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The latest procurement process by SRUC, the Scottish Rural College, is for the provision of a fully supported ERP system, replacing their current financial and procurement management systems. This tender falls under the 'Higher Education, Research and Consultancy' category and is valued at £3 million. The process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions required by 12th June 2026. Based in Edinburgh, this procurement seeks a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution that will integrate with existing systems to improve operational efficiency across teaching, research, and commercial activities. The open procedure method is employed, allowing submissions via electronic means, with requirements including ISO27001 accreditation and specific insurance levels.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in ERP systems, particularly those with experience in the education sector and capabilities in software integration. Companies capable of providing a modern, future-proof solution that meets SRUC’s stringent selection criteria can benefit from this high-value contract. It presents growth potential for businesses skilled in enhancing financial management processes and supporting complex implementations. Furthermore, suppliers with robust technological strengths and consultancy capabilities in ERP system configuration and implementation are well-positioned to compete effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a fully supported ERP system

Notice Description

SRUC is seeking to implement a fully supported Software as a Service (SaaS) solution that will replace our existing financial and procurement management system, and deliver strategic and operational benefits across our Teaching, Research and Commercial activities.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The objectives of the procurement include but are not limited to a modernisation and enhancement of our current 1.operational financial management processes including budgeting, accounts receivable and accounts payable, strategic financial planning and forecasting; 2. procurement and contract management; 3. financial planning and analysis; 4. statutory and management account preparation; 5. tax calculations and return preparation; 6. pre-award & post-award research management; 7. staff expenses; 8. asset and stock management; 9. credit control. It is anticipated that the solution will be a modern, future-proofed and highly functional system that shall deliver measurable business efficiencies, benefits and organisation-wide changes to processes, systems, controls and employee roles. The solution may also be required to integrate in an up-stream and down-stream manner with other specialist operational systems.

Renewal: A further two 12 month extension periods, by mutual agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830194
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555449
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

48443000 - Accounting software package

48444000 - Accounting system

48490000 - Procurement software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
8 May 2026Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SRUC
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 3JG
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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