Award

Pure Research Database

SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY

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Award

16 Jan 2026 at 14:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Pure Research Database" has been successfully completed, and the contract has been awarded. Southampton Solent University, operating as the buying organisation, sought a specialist research database for their Research, Knowledge, and Enterprise department. The procurement falls under the CPV classification of "Database and operating software package," specifically within the realm of goods, and uses a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. This award stage, dated 16 January 2026, marks the end of the tender initiated previously. The contract, valued at £129,981, will commence on 1 February 2026 and span until 31 January 2029, with the central location of delivery being in the South East of the United Kingdom.

The tender creates opportunities for businesses in the software development and IT services industry, particularly those specialising in database management and software solutions. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as indicated by the suitability criteria. Companies capable of offering innovative and efficient database solutions stand to gain substantially from such contracts. The procurement was awarded to Elsevier B.V., a large-scale supplier, highlighting the competitive nature of the opportunity for businesses looking to partner with educational institutions and expand their reach within the higher education sector.

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Notice Title

Pure Research Database

Notice Description

Provision of a specialist research database within the University's department of Research, Knowledge and Enterprise.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6eae5d8-efe2-476b-b14b-b0c1c370fe66
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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48600000 - Database and operating software package

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£129,981 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£129,981 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 3-4 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
SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 0YN
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELSEVIER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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