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2425-43-DTS-RLD Cloud based testing on browsers and devices

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

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26 Nov 2025 at 16:34

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Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University has concluded the procurement process for cloud-based testing services, titled "Cloud based testing on browsers and devices". The procurement falls under the "IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support" industry category and took place at the university's City Campus in Sheffield, England. This process reached the award stage on 26 November 2025, following a direct award via HealthTrust Europe LLP Framework Agreement. The contract, with a value of GBP 142,068.09, runs from 27 September 2025 to 26 September 2028, reflecting a three-year service term.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in IT solutions, software development, and testing services to establish relationships with educational institutions and expand their clientele in the public sector. Furthermore, it is especially favourable for SMEs and VCSEs, as indicated by the procurement's inclusivity criteria. Engaging in contracts like this can significantly bolster a business's growth and presence in the competitive IT services landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2425-43-DTS-RLD Cloud based testing on browsers and devices

Notice Description

Sheffield Hallam University has purchased BrowserStack enterprise-level testing solutions, which provide cloud-based cross-browser and cross-device testing capabilities for web and mobile applications. The purchase was made via a direct award under the HealthTrust Europe LLP Framework Agreement for Enterprise Level Information Communication Technology (ICT) Digital Technology Solutions 2023 (ComIT 3 - Complete IT 3), reference number 2023/S 000-007857, dated 2nd January 2024.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0eae4ed3-995a-4d77-920e-1349babce01d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f887170c-8b43-4b37-88c7-cb34c84db5de
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£142,068 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£142,068 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
26 Sep 2025 - 26 Sep 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
strategicprocurement@shu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01142253431

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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