--- title: "T19/17_Card acquiring at Anglia Ruskin University Higher Education Corporation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c08a1f43-78f6-4837-aa6f-a60eb4a3b51b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c08a1f43-78f6-4837-aa6f-a60eb4a3b51b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c08a1f43-78f6-4837-aa6f-a60eb4a3b51b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c08a1f43-78f6-4837-aa6f-a60eb4a3b51b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY" published: "2020-01-16" --- # T19/17_Card acquiring at Anglia Ruskin University Higher Education Corporation Buyer: ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c08a1f43-78f6-4837-aa6f-a60eb4a3b51b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c08a1f43-78f6-4837-aa6f-a60eb4a3b51b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c08a1f43-78f6-4837-aa6f-a60eb4a3b51b.json) ## Summary The Anglia Ruskin University Higher Education Corporation is initiating a tender titled "T19/17_Card acquiring," aimed at procuring merchant services for processing and authorisation of debit and credit transactions through various payment channels. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with a submission deadline set for 12 noon on 21 January 2020. The procurement method chosen for this process is open procedure, meaning it is available to all interested suppliers. The contract period is proposed to commence on 1 April 2020 and will last for 36 months, with options for two 12-month extensions. This procurement falls under the classification of financial and insurance services, specifically targeting banking services and financial transaction processing. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in merchant services, particularly those that excel in technology-driven transaction solutions. Companies with expertise in chip and PIN systems, contactless payments, and comprehensive support for e-commerce platforms are encouraged to participate. Anglia Ruskin University is seeking suppliers who can not only fulfill current requirements but also adapt to future advancements in payment technologies. As the university values proactive relationships with dedicated account managers, businesses that can demonstrate robust support and strategic innovation in their bids will be well-positioned to secure this contract. ## Notice Please find attached documents relating to the tender for card acquiring at Anglia Ruskin University Higher Education Corporation. Please note the closing date for your return is 12 noon on 21st January 2020. Tenderers must check that all the documents listed in the contents have been received and are complete in all respects. Documents that must be returned to us completed in full are: 20191217_ARU Card Acquiring Tender Tenderers are to note lodgement of large electronic files may take time and as such tenderers must allow sufficient time to fully transmit all files prior to the closing time. Please see paragraph 2.16 of the Tender Information document for further information. End date for Contract Finder is for information only. Additional information: The tender is being conducted electronically using the Anglia Ruskin University eTendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/angliaruskinuniversity/. To receive documents, the users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the website and express interest. Delivery Notes Anglia Ruskin University Higher Education Corporation (ARU) is looking for a Supplier to provide merchant services for processing, authorisation and settlement of the University's debit and credit transactions via all payment channels including: customer present (Chip and PIN/contactless payments), customer not present (mail order/telephone order) and online (e-commerce). ARU seeks to develop efficient and cost-effective merchant service arrangements which will be capable of meeting future market and technological changes, and which will meet, and often exceed, user expectations. ARU is looking for a relationship with an organisation that will fulfil all the University's current and future requirements. It is important that any potential acquiring partner can add value through an effective dedicated corporate support team backed up by a proactive education sector specialist relationship manager. Further information is contained within the tender documentation. The proposed contract would be for 36 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 months extensions. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea582812-c8a0-4f11-99b3-0dc29e905e7f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jan 2020 | | Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY | | Locality | ENGLAND | | Post town | Chelmsford | | Postcode | CM1 1SQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex | | Local authority | Chelmsford | | Electoral ward | Marconi | | Westminster constituency | Chelmsford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services ### Codes - 66000000 - Financial and insurance services - 66100000 - Banking and investment services - 66110000 - Banking services - 66172000 - Financial transaction processing and clearing-house services ## Release History - 16 Jan 2020 at 09:09 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea582812-c8a0-4f11-99b3-0dc29e905e7f - 15 Jan 2020 at 14:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea582812-c8a0-4f11-99b3-0dc29e905e7f - 20 Dec 2019 at 08:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea582812-c8a0-4f11-99b3-0dc29e905e7f - 20 Dec 2019 at 08:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea582812-c8a0-4f11-99b3-0dc29e905e7f - 18 Dec 2019 at 10:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea582812-c8a0-4f11-99b3-0dc29e905e7f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea582812-c8a0-4f11-99b3-0dc29e905e7f 16th January 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/angliaruskinuniversity/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/angliaruskinuniversity/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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