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title: "School Budgeting Software System"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b74af45f-5681-4079-ab0b-7873a1b498c2"
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buyer: "LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-03-13"
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# School Budgeting Software System

Buyer: LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b74af45f-5681-4079-ab0b-7873a1b498c2

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## Summary

Lincolnshire County Council has recently completed the procurement process for a "School Budgeting Software System," aimed at financial planning and forecasting for maintained schools and local authorities. This contract falls under the IT services category and covers consulting, software development, internet, and support services. Located in England, the procurement method used was a direct award, with the tender process concluding on 10th March 2025. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2025 and will end on 31st March 2028. Key parties involved include Lincolnshire County Council as the buyer and School Business Services Ltd as the supplier. The award, valued at £1,502,000, was published on 13th March 2025, indicating an active status.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in IT services, particularly those capable of providing robust software solutions and consulting for the education sector. SMEs and VCSE organisations are well-suited to compete for similar future contracts, given their adaptability and innovative approaches. Engaging in this procurement process can foster business growth, expand market reach, and enhance reputation by partnering with local authorities and educational institutions. The direct award method indicates a streamlined selection process, making it an attractive proposition for businesses with proven expertise in financial planning systems. Businesses looking for growth should consider aligning their services with local government and education sector needs.

## Notice

Financial Planner and forecasting for maintained schools and local Authorities

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d481af5c-8e61-4708-a7cb-30249ac20306 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,502,000 |
| 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 | LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN1 1YL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | Lincoln |
| Electoral ward | Carholme |
| Westminster constituency | Lincoln |
| 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 | SCHOOL BUSINESS SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2025 at 10:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d481af5c-8e61-4708-a7cb-30249ac20306

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d481af5c-8e61-4708-a7cb-30249ac20306
  13th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk

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