Scope
Reference
T300
Description
This is a Pre-Market Engagement Exercise for Lift Schools. The purpose of this
preliminary market engagement exercise is to inform suppliers in the current market and
gain information to inform a potential future procurement.
What we’re looking for
We are looking for a supplier who can deliver a best-in-class, LMS that includes:
Seamless and scalable cloud-based delivery
A modern, intuitive user experience for staff and administrators
Advanced analytics and reporting
Interoperability with Google Workspace, HRIS (iTrent), and MIS (Arbor)
Blended learning and microlearning capabilities, including a mobile app
Support for compliance training and performance-linked development
AI-based content creation capabilities
A strong roadmap for innovation in AI, automation, and skills-based learning
At this stage, any information gathered through this exercise will inform the Trust internal
business planning and the subsequent procurement process. For the avoidance of doubt,
this is the scoping phase and is not part of a formal procurement process.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 30 August 2026 to 30 July 2030
- Possible extension to 30 July 2031
- 4 years, 11 months, 1 day
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 80420000 - E-learning services
- 48190000 - Educational software package
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
28 October 2025
Engagement process description
In November we will be dedicating an event to the wider supply base for Learning Management Systems. This may include a Presentation from Lift , and a series of 15 minute 1-2-1 slots for each supplier with a Lift Schools team member.
If you would like to be invited to this events and a 1-2-1 slot please indicate via correspondence on the Intend Portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal before Friday 28th October 2025 the following;
Company
Name(s) of attendees
Y/N for 1-2-1 slot
We look forward to seeing you,please confirm your attendance by return correspondence as soon as possible to enable accurate figures for refreshments. Please see atttached a draft specification which details our current thinking and requirements.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
31 December 2025
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
LIFT SCHOOLS
- Companies House: 06625091
1 Edcity Walk
London
W12 7TF
United Kingdom
Contact name: Andrea Weed
Email: procurement@liftschools.org
Region: UKI33 - Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government