---
title: "Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement CRM/RFI/PRO/2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0690a6"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE OPEN UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-05-01"
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# Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement CRM/RFI/PRO/2026

Buyer: THE OPEN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0690a6

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## Summary

The Open University is currently in the planning stage of a tender process for a new project titled "Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement CRM/RFI/PRO/2026". The aim is to gather information on a modern, secure, cloud-based Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, specifically for alumni and philanthropy, including implementation, support, and ongoing service capabilities. This tender falls under the "Software package and information systems" industry category, with specific interest in educational software packages. The procurement is being managed from Milton Keynes, UK, with key engagement milestones set for suppliers to express interest by 15th May 2026. The process is at the market research phase, with plans to potentially start the contract on 1st August 2027.

This procurement opportunity provides a valuable touchpoint for businesses in the software development sector, particularly those specialising in educational or industry-specific software solutions. Companies familiar with CRM systems and providing cloud-based solutions would find this tender particularly advantageous. The emphasis on alumni and philanthropic engagement suggests that firms with a background or interest in higher education or not-for-profit sectors could considerably benefit. Additionally, with the contract period planned for five years, this represents a robust business growth opportunity for companies ready to deliver and innovate in this domain.

## Notice

The Open University (OU) is requesting information regarding the provision of a modern, secure, cloud based Alumni and Philanthropy Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solution, together with associated implementation, support, and ongoing service capabilities. This is a Request for Information (RFI) as market research only and not a procurement exercise.

### Planning Information

Suppliers are invited to submit information to help the OU information on the market, potential suppliers and solutions. The RFI document pack is available via the OU In-Tend Procurement Portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/openuniversity/aspx/Home

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040698-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 15 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2027 - 31 Jul 2032 |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE OPEN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK7 6AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Monkston |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 48190000 - Educational software package
- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

## Release History

- 1 May 2026 at 15:20 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040698-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040698-2026
  1st May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/openuniversity/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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