---
title: "The Provision Of Medway Grid for Learning - 2027"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c763"
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buyer: "MEDWAY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-09"
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# The Provision Of Medway Grid for Learning - 2027

Buyer: MEDWAY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c763

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## Summary

Medway Council, acting as the buyer, has issued an open tender for the Provision of Medway Grid for Learning - 2027, aimed at delivering IT services such as Office 365, KCSIE web filtering, monitoring, anti-virus, and an optional support desk for approximately 135 member schools in Medway and Kent. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically IT consulting and software development. The tender process commenced on 9th July 2026 with a submission deadline fixed for 21st August 2026. The contract is set to start on 1st April 2027, lasting 36 months with the possibility of a 12-month extension. This open procedure adheres to the UKPGA legal basis and anticipates the award by 31st December 2026.

This tender represents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs looking to expand their business in the educational IT services sector. Companies proficient in providing value-for-money IT solutions, particularly those with experience in educational environments and statutory compliance, are well-positioned to compete. The procurement's focus on quality (70% weight) alongside price (30% weight) indicates an emphasis on delivering high-standard services. In addition to expanding business portfolios, successful bidders can leverage this contract to secure future opportunities in the public sector IT services market.

## Notice

The specification is in grid format with all the main and optional requirements. The provider is to tick if this is provided both in the main core offering or an optional upgrade. The procurement is to purchase "best value" services involving office 365, Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) web filtering and monitoring, Anti-Virus and an optional support desk, for about 135 member schools in Medway and Kent. The services would need to be maintained to meet statutory requirements, and also to continue the high-quality expectations from members. The present services need to meet specific KPI's, and this will continue. The Contract is anticipated to commence on 01 April 2027 and will continue for a period of 36 months with an option to extend for a further period of 12 months unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Kent:-IT-services:-consulting%2C-software-development%2C-Internet-and-support./G4ZGZ4CQ57 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/G4ZGZ4CQ57

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064649-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | £800,000 |
| 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 | MEDWAY COUNCIL |
| Locality | KENT |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME4 4TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ41 Medway |
| Local authority | Medway |
| Electoral ward | Chatham Central & Brompton |
| Westminster constituency | Rochester and Strood |
| Delivery location | TLJ41 Medway |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2026 at 11:11 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064649-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064649-2026
  9th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/G4ZGZ4CQ57
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Kent:-IT-services:-consulting%2C-software-development%2C-Internet-and-support./G4ZGZ4CQ57
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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