Award

IT Services

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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Award

21 May 2025 at 10:32

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for IT services, specifically testing services, was conducted by the University of Plymouth, based in England. This process falls under the industry category of technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services, with the relevant CPV code being 71600000. The project location is predominantly within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was selective, through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract has been awarded, with the award date noted as 23rd April 2025, for a contract period from 23rd April 2025 to 29th August 2025. The tender process had already ended on 22nd April 2025. The total contract value is £100,000.

This tender offers an ideal growth opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT services. As the procurement favoured a selective method, businesses with a proven track record and existing framework agreements are particularly well-suited to participate. Successful participation in such a tender can provide SMEs with stability and recognition, thus positioning them for future contracts within the public sector. With the University of Plymouth as a reputable contracting authority, securing this contract can significantly enhance a business's portfolio.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IT Services

Notice Description

Testing Services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-12ce62ab-6fca-466a-9611-d942b64eab96
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46bb27a4-25c0-4967-955d-9c7ce9a86ceb
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
22 Apr 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 1-6 months
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
UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL4 8AA
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Drake
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INFUSE CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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