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title: "GB-Manchester: ACE 715 CCS Bacs services"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND"
published: "2026-04-28"
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# GB-Manchester: ACE 715 CCS Bacs services

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2f628de3-5713-4614-9ae5-e7864eae7aff

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## Summary

The procurement process for "GB-Manchester: ACE 715 CCS Bacs services" is led by The Arts Council of England, based in Manchester. This tender relates to the provision of banking services under the CPV classification code 66110000 and spans various regions including the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and Europe, among others. The tender is in the award stage, with the contract awarded to Bottomline Technologies Limited on 18th March 2026. The contract period runs from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2028, with a total value of £19,897. Although the procurement method is not specified, it is aimed at large companies, as suitability for SMEs and VCSEs is indicated as false.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, primarily for large enterprises specialising in banking and financial services. Companies with robust infrastructure for handling Bacs services across diverse geographical regions are well-positioned to benefit from the contract's scope. Engaging with The Arts Council of England, a reputable entity within the cultural sector, could further enhance business credentials and open doors to future collaborations. The contract's comprehensive timeframe allows businesses to establish lasting client relationships and potentially enhance their portfolio within the public sector.

## Notice

ACE 715 CCS PTX Bacs services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7d08d06-351a-47d4-bb37-c7835d04103e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £19,897 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £19,897 |
| 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 | THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BOTTOMLINE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66110000 - Banking services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 12:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7d08d06-351a-47d4-bb37-c7835d04103e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7d08d06-351a-47d4-bb37-c7835d04103e
  28th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=1031988102
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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