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title: "Schools Budgeting Software"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-33e72c10-10bf-4c33-ac93-a0defcccaec3"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON"
published: "2018-04-03"
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# Schools Budgeting Software

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-33e72c10-10bf-4c33-ac93-a0defcccaec3

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## Summary

The London Borough of Hillingdon has issued a tender for "Schools Budgeting Software" to enhance financial forecasting capabilities for schools, following the requirements set out in the Education Act 2002. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on office machinery, equipment, and software systems. The tender is currently in the active stage and is being conducted through an open procurement method, with the submission deadline set for 26th April 2018. The budget for this contract is £85,000, and the service location is within the London region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in educational software and related technologies. Businesses with expertise in developing budgeting tools compatible with local accounting systems such as SIMS would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with this procurement process can allow companies to establish strong ties with local authorities and expand their footprint in the educational sector.

## Notice

The Scheme for Financing School sets out the financial framework between the LA and schools as directed by the Education Act 2002. It requires school to submit a financial forecast in a format determined by the LA which is based on CFR (Consistent Financial Reporting) codes prescribed by the DfE. In order to provide a consistent format for all schools, the Schools Finance Team requires budget planning software which is compatible with schools local accounting systems, SIMS (Schools Information Management System) FMS (Financial Management System). Additional information: The London Borough of Hillingdon invites quotations for these supplies. Tender documentation can be downloaded from the Council's e-tendering portal, www.capitalesourcing.com. Tenders received will be evaluated using the criteria of 80% Price and 20% Quality.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/981c69d5-d785-4364-975d-db712df966e3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £85,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON |
| Locality | UXBRIDGE |
| Post town | Southall |
| Postcode | UB8 1UW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon |
| Local authority | Hillingdon |
| Electoral ward | Uxbridge |
| Westminster constituency | Uxbridge and South Ruislip |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 30100000 - Office machinery, equipment and supplies except computers, printers and furniture
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48700000 - Software package utilities

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2018 at 15:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/981c69d5-d785-4364-975d-db712df966e3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/981c69d5-d785-4364-975d-db712df966e3
  3rd April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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