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title: "HCL Collaboration Renewal"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1e436e23-7944-4b1d-8512-85fc397621b7"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "STUDENT LOANS COMPANY LIMITED"
published: "2026-03-13"
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# HCL Collaboration Renewal

Buyer: STUDENT LOANS COMPANY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e436e23-7944-4b1d-8512-85fc397621b7

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Student Loans Company Limited, involves the renewal of 4,500 HCL Collaboration Licences for a 12-month term commencing on 1st April 2026. This contract falls under the software package and information systems category, with a contract value of £350,865. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, as a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in the United Kingdom, this award phase was concluded with Akhter Computers Limited securing the contract on 13th March 2026. Prior to the award, the tender period ended on 16th February 2026.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for software service providers, particularly those specialising in collaborative software solutions. Businesses capable of supplying large quantities of software licences and those with expertise in working under framework agreements are well-suited to compete for similar opportunities. The emphasis on services, alongside the substantial contract value and delivery in the UK, makes it particularly attractive for SMEs aiming to expand their market presence or for large companies looking to strengthen partnerships within the public sector. Additionally, companies eager to engage with organisations like the Student Loans Company can leverage such contracts for long-term growth and visibility.

## Notice

SLC require the supply of quantity 4,500 HCL Collaboration Licenses, starting 1 April 2026 for a 12 month term.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ae33cfe-3c94-4229-94c0-89a17e12072a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,865 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £350,865 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | STUDENT LOANS COMPANY LIMITED |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G5 8DF |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Govan |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow South West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AKHTER COMPUTERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2026 at 12:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ae33cfe-3c94-4229-94c0-89a17e12072a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ae33cfe-3c94-4229-94c0-89a17e12072a
  13th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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