Tender

UKRI-1992 An Education Platform for Quantum Computing

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Tender

08 Apr 2022 at 18:42

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is currently conducting a tender for an educational software development service, specifically for an enterprise licence to a cloud-accessible training platform focused on quantum computing. This opportunity is valued at £100,000 and forms part of a wider initiative aimed at enhancing educational access to quantum computing concepts for students and professionals alike. The tender was published on 8th April 2022 and will remain open until 13th May 2022. The contract is expected to commence on 15th June 2022 and will last until 13th June 2025, with delivery locations across the UK and other territories including Europe and the British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational technology and software development, particularly those with experience in creating platforms that facilitate learning in complex subjects such as quantum computing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the education sector, with innovative solutions suitable for higher education institutions and industry professionals, are well-positioned to compete for this contract. The open procurement method encourages diverse participation, driving potential business growth through partnerships with academic institutions and contributing to the evolving field of quantum computing education.

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Notice Title

UKRI-1992 An Education Platform for Quantum Computing

Notice Description

The UK's National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) seeks to purchase an enterprise licence for a cloud-accessible, educational training platform aimed at familiarising students in higher education, as well as professionals in industry and business, with key concepts in quantum computing, without the requirement for formal training in a related field (such as PhD-level physics, mathematics, and computer science).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52715a43-1c9f-481b-9f8f-b19a5b30b6bc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212190 - Educational software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jun 2022 - 13 Jun 2025 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

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