---
title: "Keystone Academy Trust - ICT Managed Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065b92"
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buyer: "KEYSTONE ACADEMY TRUST"
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# Keystone Academy Trust - ICT Managed Service

Buyer: KEYSTONE ACADEMY TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065b92

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## Summary

Keystone Academy Trust is inviting tenders for a comprehensive ICT Managed Service aimed at supporting seven primary schools, alongside the delivery of relevant project work and user training services. This procurement is classified within the services industry category, specifically focusing on IT services such as consulting, software development, internet provision, and support. The open procurement method invites competitive bids under a flexible procedure. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with significant dates including an enquiry period deadline on 13 March 2026 and the closure of the tender period on 7 April 2026. The project value is between £1,500,000 and £1,800,000, and services will be delivered across various regions in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ICT services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive managed services, network equipment, and local area network solutions. SMEs with expertise in IT consultancy and support that can demonstrate strong quality and competitive pricing—aligned with the award criteria of quality (60%) and price (40%)—would be well-positioned to benefit from this contract. The long-term nature of the contract, which spans from December 2026 to December 2031, ensures stable business growth potential for the successful bidder. Companies with a track record of servicing educational institutions will be especially suited to compete for this opportunity.

## Notice

A full outsourced managed service for 7 primary schools Delivery of relevant project work Education support service to train users

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016679-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Dec 2026 - 21 Dec 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | £1,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KEYSTONE ACADEMY TRUST |
| Additional buyers | MOXTON EDUCATION LTD |
| Locality | BOURNE |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE10 9QS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF15 North Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Newark and Sherwood |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Newark |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 30213000 - Personal computers
- 32410000 - Local area network
- 32420000 - Network equipment
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2026 at 18:06 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016679-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016679-2026
  24th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-12574
  PSQ in Word and PDF
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-12575

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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