Scope
Reference
C BBC CH 07267
Description
Waiver - Sole Trader Reasons - Implementation of Studybugs AP Manager, a cloud based system that provides live attendance and quality-assurance monitoring for all pupils in Alternative Provision and EOTIS (education other than in school) placements. Enables statutory oversight, automates data collection, and supports safeguarding compliance across all EHCP-funded placements.
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £27,000 excluding VAT
- £32,400 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
20 December 2025
Contract dates
- 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
Contract locations
- UKH24 - Bedford
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Supplier
Studybugs Limited
5a Park Avenue,
Bedford,
MK40 2JY
United Kingdom
Email: james@studybugs.com
Region: UKH24 - Bedford
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
Bedford Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLCV-4616-VTHL
Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street
Bedford
MK42 9AP
United Kingdom
Region: UKH24 - Bedford
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government