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Echo360

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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05 Aug 2025 at 12:07

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia has completed a public procurement process, titled "Echo360", to provide a lecture capture system under the industry category of license management software development services. This procurement, awarded on 30th July 2025, is valued at GBP 108,068.50. The procurement was carried out through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract started on 1st August 2025 and will end on 1st August 2027. Located in Norwich, England, the procurement had the delivery address postcode NR4 7TJ. It falls within the main procurement category of goods.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs, specialising in software development for educational platforms. SoftCat PLC, a large-scale organisation, was awarded this contract, highlighting the competitive nature and scope for businesses to partner with prestigious educational institutions. Companies focusing on technological innovations in learning environments or those aiming to expand in the academic sector would find such opportunities beneficial for business growth. Engaging in similar tenders allows businesses to enhance their portfolio and increase visibility in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Echo360

Notice Description

To provide UEA with a lecture capture system, Echo360. Learning Transformation Platform Echo360 is a Learning Transformation Platform designed to enhance educational experiences for instructors, students, and trainers. It offers features such as live streaming of lectures, access to recorded classes, and tools for video-based skills assessments.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0178f8ef-75de-4e0d-aa84-5e34d2dc1728
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e10d1722-c6f5-4656-b2a9-146e22e139ac
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72212218 - License management software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£108,068 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£108,068 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 1 Aug 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
beth.barley@uea.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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