---
title: "Timetabling Solution"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1f30fa04-355a-4a32-852f-d0d7af7bdd29"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1f30fa04-355a-4a32-852f-d0d7af7bdd29"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1f30fa04-355a-4a32-852f-d0d7af7bdd29.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1f30fa04-355a-4a32-852f-d0d7af7bdd29.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF DERBY"
published: "2026-02-04"
---

# Timetabling Solution

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1f30fa04-355a-4a32-852f-d0d7af7bdd29

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1f30fa04-355a-4a32-852f-d0d7af7bdd29)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1f30fa04-355a-4a32-852f-d0d7af7bdd29.json)

## Summary

The procurement process was conducted by the University of Derby for a Timetabling Solution, classified under the industry category of software package and information systems (CPV: 48000000). The process involved a mini-competition run through the APUC via a framework agreement, with the procurement method being selective. The location for service delivery is Derby, England, with the postal code DE221GB. The procurement reached the award stage, with the contract awarded on 24th October 2025, and the services are set to commence on 1st November 2025, lasting until 31st July 2029. The total contract value amounts to GBP 365,928, and the successful supplier was Celcat, trading as Corbett.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the software and information systems industry to engage in the education sector, particularly those providing SaaS solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can benefit from participating in similar selective procurement processes, which offer chances to secure contracts within the public sector, as demonstrated by the successful bid from Celcat. Businesses specialising in timetabling and educational software solutions could leverage such opportunities to enhance their portfolios and expand their market presence.

## Notice

Celcat Timetabler Timetabling SaaS solution Mini competition run through: APUC ITS1051 AP Award to Corbett Trading As Celcat.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9fb1c086-3a62-45b6-b81d-8207727a8d94 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £365,928 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £365,928 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF DERBY |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE22 1GB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Allestree |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Derbyshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CELCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2026 at 09:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9fb1c086-3a62-45b6-b81d-8207727a8d94

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9fb1c086-3a62-45b6-b81d-8207727a8d94
  4th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1f30fa04-355a-4a32-852f-d0d7af7bdd29. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1f30fa04-355a-4a32-852f-d0d7af7bdd29.json.