---
title: "Merchant Acquiring"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-83ed54e6-f50f-47bd-9a09-b965524c9e9c"
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source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL"
published: "2024-06-18"
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# Merchant Acquiring

Buyer: CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83ed54e6-f50f-47bd-9a09-b965524c9e9c

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## Summary

The CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL, based in England, has completed the procurement process for 'Merchant Acquiring' services under the Banking services category. This tender, worth £2,475,000 in GBP, was procured using the CPRAS framework, specifically Lot 2 Merchant Services. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2039, with the tender period ending on March 1, 2024.

This awarded contract presents an opportunity for businesses in the banking and finance industry, particularly those providing merchant services, to engage with LLOYDS BANKING GROUP PLC. Businesses suited to compete should be able to deliver services in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The contract's start date is April 1, 2024, offering a long-term opportunity for growth and collaboration with the CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL.

## Notice

Merchant Acquiring. Procured using CPRAS framework - Banking and Finance Framework (BFF) REF TPA-01. Under Lot 2 Merchant Services. Additional information: CPRAS framework using Lot 2 Merchant services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c540ff1-04c2-47fd-9bd9-f9858bfa6d48 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2039 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,475,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,475,000 |
| 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 | CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL |
| Locality | SANDBACH |
| Post town | Crewe |
| Postcode | CW11 1HZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD62 Cheshire East |
| Local authority | Cheshire East |
| Electoral ward | Sandbach Town |
| Westminster constituency | Congleton |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LLOYDS BANKING GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66110000 - Banking services

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2024 at 13:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c540ff1-04c2-47fd-9bd9-f9858bfa6d48

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c540ff1-04c2-47fd-9bd9-f9858bfa6d48
  18th June 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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