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title: "AP Invoice Automation"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8d4682f2-957a-42ce-96bb-c10ec42516ee"
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buyer: "DUE NORTH LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-19"
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# AP Invoice Automation

Buyer: DUE NORTH LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8d4682f2-957a-42ce-96bb-c10ec42516ee

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## Summary

The procurement process for AP Invoice Automation, managed by Leicestershire County Council, falls under the services category within the software package and information systems industry (CPV code 48000000). This procurement was conducted under "Other - Procurement" method and has progressed to the completion stage, with the award being published on 16th March 2026. The contract, awarded to KEFRON INTERNATIONAL LIMITED, commenced on 16th May 2026 and will run until 15th May 2029, covering delivery within England, United Kingdom. The total value of the awarded contract is £320,000. This initiative aims to automate accounts payable invoice processes, enhancing efficiency within public sector procurement activities.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses focusing on software development and automation solutions, particularly those adept in information systems and equipped to handle public sector contracts. While the procurement has been completed, similar future opportunities can be anticipated, especially for SMEs, as suggested by the suitability criteria. Such businesses could benefit from establishing a reputable standing in public procurement to capture potential upcoming projects in the automation and software services domain, reflecting a practical avenue for growth and expansion.

## Notice

Procurement of AP Invoice Automation via G-cloud 14 call off.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f5ba717-46bc-4bdc-8ab5-9b14363b2571 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Procurement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 May 2026 - 15 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £313,908 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £313,908 |
| 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 | DUE NORTH LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KEFRON INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 19 May 2026 at 10:43 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f5ba717-46bc-4bdc-8ab5-9b14363b2571
- 16 Mar 2026 at 15:23 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f5ba717-46bc-4bdc-8ab5-9b14363b2571
- 16 Mar 2026 at 13:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f5ba717-46bc-4bdc-8ab5-9b14363b2571

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f5ba717-46bc-4bdc-8ab5-9b14363b2571
  19th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html

## Provenance

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