Website redesign and redevelopment

Capital City College is seeking a contractor for the research, design, build, and launch of a new website to serve as its primary channel for recruitment, information, and self-service. The project is governed by solicitation number WEBS_0926 and is based in London. The initial fixed-term contract is approximately 18 months, estimated from March 1, 2027, to September 30, 2028, with a fixed budget of £250,000 including VAT. This initial term includes the website build and 12 months of maintenance. There are options to extend the maintenance contract in annual increments for up to four additional years, potentially ending September 30, 2032. A critical requirement of the contract is a fixed go-live date of September 30, 2027, which is aligned with the college recruitment cycle and allows no tolerance for slippage. The contractor must ensure the website meets WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards, verified by independent audit, and must maintain high performance during concentrated seasonal peaks. The scope also involves significant content migration coordinated within college term-time constraints. The award process follows a competitive flexible procedure. Evaluation is weighted at 85% for quality and 15% for cost. Candidates must first pass a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire compliance assessment before their tenders are scored to determine shortlisting for a pitch or clarification interview. The submission deadline for this opportunity is October 27, 2026, and payment terms are set at 30 days.