Scope
Description
Study UK is looking for a supplier to provide, integrate, maintain and further develop a comprehensive search solution that continues to meet the evolving needs of international students and UK institutions alike. The solution can be delivered either as white-labelled hosted pages or as an API, with either appropriately branded and tailored to our needs.
Total value (estimated)
- £720,000 excluding VAT
 - £864,000 including VAT
 
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 10 February 2026 to 10 February 2028
 - Possible extension to 10 February 2032
 - 6 years, 1 day
 
Description of possible extension:
2+2+2
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
 - 48800000 - Information systems and servers
 - 48810000 - Information systems
 
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
 
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
 - Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
 
Submission
Tender submission deadline
28 November 2025, 2:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
16 January 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | 
|---|---|---|
| Award | Please see ITT documentation  | 
													Quality | 
Weighting description
see ITT document
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
British Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHTN-1551-GCQH
 
1 Redman Place
London
E20 1JQ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Brian D'Mello
Email: Brian.D'Mello@britishcouncil.org
Website: http://www.britishcouncil.org
Region: UKI41 - Hackney and Newham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government