Scope
Reference
T25/0212
Description
The College have a requirement to contract for the provision of a communication app which can communicate with students, parents and alumni. The app will primarily be used as a communication tool to push messages out to users and a place for users to access services and find information.
The successful supplier will create an app which can be adapted for different user types. The app needs to integrate with current systems as detailed in the minimum requirements and support the delivery of key activity - such as delivery of exam results.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 27 March 2026 to 26 March 2029
- Possible extension to 26 March 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 32412000 - Communications network
- 34514700 - Mobile platforms
- 72212190 - Educational software development services
Engagement
Engagement deadline
19 January 2026
Engagement process description
The College have reviewed the "MyDay" student Portal and Mobile App in Summer 2024. This has enabled the College to create a "Cloud based" specification. Ready Education did not support the development of the specification, and provided case study material only.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
20 January 2026
Contracting authority
City of Sunderland College
- UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN number): 10001475
Bede Campus, Durham Road
Sunderland
SR3 4AH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Katrina Foster
Email: procurement@educationpartnershipne.ac.uk
Website: http://www.sunderlandcollege.ac.uk
Region: UKC23 - Sunderland
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)