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"Your Education Technology" An Open Framework (PA 2023) for the provision of ICT products, services, and solutions.[E38]

Rotherham, United KingdomNEXUS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST[E1]

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In plain English

What they want
Nexus Multi Academy Trust ("Nexus" or "the Authority") is seeking to establish an Open Framework for the provision of ICT products, services and solutions to the education sector. The Framework is intended to provide Nexus and other eligible Contracting Authorities with a compliant and accessible route to market for the procurement of ICT requirements.
Who can bid
No restrictions are stated in the notice data. The tender documents may set more.
Deadline
Buyer's deadline: 11 Nov 2026, 12:00 UTC. UTC: 11 Nov 2026, 12:00 UTC.
Published 26 Oct 2026.
Value
GBP 1,000,000,000
Buyer
NEXUS MULTI ACADEMY TRUSTSee what else this buyer buys and when.
How to apply
Through the buyer's official process. Open the original notice on UK Find a Tender (OCDS) (opens in a new tab) ↗
Tender documents

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Deadline[E13]
11 Nov 2026, 12:00 UTC
Value[E39]
GBP 1,000,000,000
Published[E35]
26 Oct 2026
Procedure[E34]
Open procedure
Source
UK Find a Tender (OCDS) (opens in a new tab)
Last checked
12 hours ago

About the requirement

From the notice

Nexus Multi Academy Trust ("Nexus" or "the Authority") is seeking to establish an Open Framework for the provision of ICT products, services and solutions to the education sector. The Framework is intended to provide Nexus and other eligible Contracting Authorities with a compliant and accessible route to market for the procurement of ICT requirements. The Framework is divided into three Lots: Lot 1 - ICT Support Services and Managed Services Lot 2 - Professional Services Lot 3 - Hardware Suppliers may tender for one, multiple or all Lots. There will be no limit on the number of Suppliers that may be appointed to each Lot. The Framework will operate as an Open Framework in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and is intended to be reopened periodically to allow new Suppliers to apply for appointment. The maximum duration of the Open Framework will be eight years. The estimated maximum value of the Framework is £1,000,000,000 excluding VAT over its maximum term. This represents estimated potential expenditure through the Framework and does not constitute a guarantee of expenditure, minimum spend, volume of business or exclusivity. The Framework will be established and operated by Nexus Multi Academy Trust and will be available for use by eligible Contracting Authorities in respect of publicly funded schools and colleges.[E14]

Eligibility and requirements

  • ConditionDelivery location: UK, United Kingdom.[E15]
  • ConditionDelivery location: UK, United Kingdom.[E16]
  • ConditionDelivery location: UK, United Kingdom.[E17]
  • ConditionThe legal basis is UKPGA 2023/54 (Procurement Act 2023).[E18]
  • ConditionLot 1 economic criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.[E19]
  • ConditionLot 3 economic criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.[E21]
  • ConditionLot 1 technical criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.[E20]
  • ConditionLot 3 technical criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.[E24]
  • ConditionLot 2 economic criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.[E23]
  • ConditionLot 2 technical criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.[E22]
  • ConditionThe buyer marks lot 3 as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.[E25]
  • ConditionThe buyer marks lot 1 as suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises.[E27]
  • ConditionThe buyer marks lot 2 as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.[E28]
  • ConditionThe buyer marks lot 2 as suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises.[E29]
  • ConditionThe buyer marks lot 1 as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.[E26]
  • ConditionThe buyer marks lot 3 as suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises.[E30]
  • ConditionThe procurement is covered by the WTO Government Procurement Agreement.[E31]
  • DetailLot 1 runs from 11 Jan 2027 to 10 Jan 2035.[E9]
  • DetailLot 3 runs from 11 Jan 2027 to 10 Jan 2035.[E10]
  • DetailLot 2 runs from 11 Jan 2027 to 10 Jan 2035.[E11]
  • DetailClarification questions close at 29 Oct 2026, 12:00 UTC.[E32]
  • DetailThe notice explains how to submit a tender.[E37]
  • The notice data states no restriction on who may bid. Exclusion grounds and selection criteria in the tender documents still apply.

Risks and unknowns

  • UnknownWe read the published notice, not the full tender documents.

Updates

  1. First seen · 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC

    The source published a call for competition with a future deadline.

    Source document 101274-2026

Evidence

39 facts

Every fact on this page comes from the published notice. Each entry shows the document and the field it was read from.

  1. E1

    The buyer is NEXUS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST.

    Document 101274-2026, field /buyer/name, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  2. E2

    The notice is classified under CPV 80533100 (Computer training services).

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/items/1/additionalClassifications/2/id, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  3. E3

    The notice is classified under CPV 51000000 (Installation services (except software)).

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/items/2/additionalClassifications/1/id, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  4. E4

    The notice is classified under CPV 30200000 (Computer equipment and supplies).

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/items/2/additionalClassifications/0/id, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  5. E5

    The notice is classified under CPV 50300000 (Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment).

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/items/0/additionalClassifications/0/id, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  6. E6

    The notice is classified under CPV 72000000 (IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support).

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/items/0/additionalClassifications/1/id, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  7. E7

    The notice is classified under CPV 79400000 (Business and management consultancy and related services).

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/items/1/additionalClassifications/1/id, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  8. E8

    The notice is classified under CPV 72220000 (Systems and technical consultancy services).

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/items/1/additionalClassifications/0/id, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  9. E9

    Lot 1 runs from 11 Jan 2027 to 10 Jan 2035.

    “2027-01-11T00:00:00Z to 2035-01-10T23:59:59Z”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/0/contractPeriod, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  10. E10

    Lot 3 runs from 11 Jan 2027 to 10 Jan 2035.

    “2027-01-11T00:00:00Z to 2035-01-10T23:59:59Z”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/2/contractPeriod, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  11. E11

    Lot 2 runs from 11 Jan 2027 to 10 Jan 2035.

    “2027-01-11T00:00:00Z to 2035-01-10T23:59:59Z”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/1/contractPeriod, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  12. E12

    The buyer's address is in United Kingdom.

    Document 101274-2026, field /parties/0/address/country, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  13. E13

    Tenders must be submitted by 11 Nov 2026, 12:00 UTC.

    “2026-11-11T12:00:00Z”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/tenderPeriod/endDate, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  14. E14

    The buyer describes the requirement in the notice.

    “Nexus Multi Academy Trust ("Nexus" or "the Authority") is seeking to establish an Open Framework for the provision of ICT products, services and solutions to the education sector. The Framework is intended to provide Nexus and other eligible Contracting Authorities with a compli…”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/description, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  15. E15

    Delivery location: UK, United Kingdom.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/items/2/deliveryAddresses/0, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  16. E16

    Delivery location: UK, United Kingdom.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/items/0/deliveryAddresses/0, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  17. E17

    Delivery location: UK, United Kingdom.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/items/1/deliveryAddresses/0, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  18. E18

    The legal basis is UKPGA 2023/54 (Procurement Act 2023).

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/legalBasis/id, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  19. E19

    Lot 1 economic criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/0/selectionCriteria/criteria/0/description, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  20. E20

    Lot 1 technical criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/0/selectionCriteria/criteria/1/description, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  21. E21

    Lot 3 economic criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/2/selectionCriteria/criteria/0/description, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  22. E22

    Lot 2 technical criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/1/selectionCriteria/criteria/1/description, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  23. E23

    Lot 2 economic criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/1/selectionCriteria/criteria/0/description, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  24. E24

    Lot 3 technical criterion: Please refer to the tender documents for details.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/2/selectionCriteria/criteria/1/description, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  25. E25

    The buyer marks lot 3 as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

    “sme: true”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/2/suitability/sme, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  26. E26

    The buyer marks lot 1 as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

    “sme: true”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/0/suitability/sme, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  27. E27

    The buyer marks lot 1 as suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises.

    “vcse: true”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/0/suitability/vcse, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  28. E28

    The buyer marks lot 2 as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

    “sme: true”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/1/suitability/sme, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  29. E29

    The buyer marks lot 2 as suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises.

    “vcse: true”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/1/suitability/vcse, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  30. E30

    The buyer marks lot 3 as suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises.

    “vcse: true”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/lots/2/suitability/vcse, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  31. E31

    The procurement is covered by the WTO Government Procurement Agreement.

    “GPA”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/coveredBy, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  32. E32

    Clarification questions close at 29 Oct 2026, 12:00 UTC.

    “2026-10-29T12:00:00Z”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/enquiryPeriod/endDate, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  33. E33

    This notice changes or updates a call for competition.

    “tenderUpdate”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tag, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  34. E34

    The procedure is: Open procedure.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/procurementMethodDetails, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  35. E35

    The notice was published on 26 Oct 2026.

    “2026-10-26T20:28:19Z”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/documents/2/datePublished, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  36. E36

    Find a Tender gives the tender status as active.

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/status, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  37. E37

    The notice explains how to submit a tender.

    “https://supplierportal.c1.app.mercell.com/Nexus Multi-Academy Trust 10075893/?tpg=cf8739a4-c766-471d-8ea1 56bc1410b487”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/submissionMethodDetails, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  38. E38

    The notice is titled ""Your Education Technology" An Open Framework (PA 2023) for the provision of ICT products, services, and solutions.".

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/title, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

  39. E39

    The stated value is GBP 1,000,000,000 excluding VAT.

    “1000000000 GBP”

    Document 101274-2026, field /tender/value/amount, read 28 Oct 2026, 09:18 UTC · source (opens in a new tab)

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