---
title: "Cloud PaaS Renewal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064cd6"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064cd6.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "STUDENT LOANS COMPANY"
published: "2026-02-10"
---

# Cloud PaaS Renewal

Buyer: STUDENT LOANS COMPANY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064cd6

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## Summary

The Student Loans Company is preparing for the renewal of its Cloud Platform as a Service (PaaS) provision, set to replace an expiring contract on 30 April 2026. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, under the initiative type 'tender,' and is classified under the IT services industry, including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement method is selective and will be conducted through an award under a framework, denoting a competitive environment. The contract period is scheduled from 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2029. Located in Darlington, United Kingdom, the Student Loans Company operates as a central government public authority. The estimated contract value is approximately £4.2 million GBP with several key deadlines approaching.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses operating in the IT services sector, particularly those with expertise in cloud solutions and software development. Companies that provide comprehensive PaaS solutions and have the capability to engage in selective procurement processes will find this tender particularly beneficial. Participation in this process could facilitate growth by expanding market presence and reinforcing partnerships with government entities. Businesses that can align their services with the specific requirements of the contract, such as scalability and support, would be well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity.

## Notice

SLC requires a renewal of its Cloud PaaS provision to replace its current contract which expires 30 April 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011987-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Award under framework |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,518,173 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | STUDENT LOANS COMPANY |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 1RW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Red Hall & Lingfield |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2026 at 14:53 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011987-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011987-2026
  10th February 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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