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title: "Student Placement Systems and Associated Services"
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# Student Placement Systems and Associated Services

Buyer: APUC LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a7b0

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## Summary

The public procurement contracting process outlined is conducted by APUC Limited, a central purchasing body in Stirling, Scotland. The tender, titled "Student Placement Systems and Associated Services," falls within the IT services industry category, specifically relating to consulting, software development, internet, and support services (CPV: 72000000). The procurement method employed is an open procedure and is currently at the tender stage, with submissions closing on 7th July 2026 at 17:00 BST. The framework, valued at £5,000,000 and lasting for a contract period of 720 days with possible extensions, is aimed at serving universities, colleges, local authorities, and partner sectors across Scotland. Community benefits are also incorporated into this tender, with expected provisions for training opportunities, apprenticeships, and potential community investment.

For businesses, this tender offers substantial growth opportunities, particularly for those specialising in IT services that cater to educational and governmental sectors. Companies with expertise in system implementation, migration support, software support, and hosting services would be well-positioned to compete. To succeed, bidders should demonstrate strong service delivery capabilities, as this is heavily weighted in the evaluation criteria. The ability to maintain a robust supply chain and financial stability, evidenced by adequate insurance levels and prompt payment systems, is crucial. The framework will enable up to five participants, providing a competitive but comprehensive opportunity for businesses looking to expand their reach within Scotland's educational institutions and public sector.

## Notice

Framework for Student Placement Systems and Associated Services for Universities, Colleges, Local Authorities and partner sectors in Scotland, including provision of all software and any associated licensing. Potential Services include, but are not limited to: System Implementation; Migration Support; Support and Maintenance; Hosting. Required solutions should have the capability to operate effectively across multi-site environments. The agreement will be open to the members of Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC Limited) and other procurement consortia as listed further below.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Framework for Student Placement Systems and Associated Services for Universities, Colleges, Local Authorities and partner sectors in Scotland, including provision of all software and any associated licensing. Potential Services include, but are not limited to: System Implementation; Migration Support; Support and Maintenance; Hosting. Required solutions should have the capability to operate effectively across multi-site environments. The agreement will be open to the members of Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC Limited), Scotland Excel and the Scottish Government.

Renewal: Two further periods of 12 months at the sole discretion of the Authority.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050318-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 48 months |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | APUC LIMITED |
| Locality | STIRLING |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK8 2DZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |
| Local authority | Stirling |
| Electoral ward | Stirling East |
| Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48190000 - Educational software package
- 48611000 - Database software package
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72261000 - Software support services

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 12:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050318-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.ucsp.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830483
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10402
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/stirling-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

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