Tender

Digital Learning Review of the Blackboard system

UNIVERSITY OF CREATIVE ARTS

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08 Oct 2025 at 10:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The University Of Creative Arts (UCA) is currently seeking a supplier to carry out a comprehensive digital learning review of their Blackboard Ultra system. This procurement process, classified under IT services, involves auditing module sites, engaging with stakeholders, and formulating strategic recommendations for future online postgraduate and CPD programmes. The tender is in the stage of tender amendment and is open to submissions until 17th October 2025, with the contract period starting on 20th October 2025 and concluding on 31st December 2025. The procurement method is a Request for Quotation, and the project is located in Farnham, England.

This opportunity is particularly beneficial for businesses specialising in digital learning within higher education, especially those with expertise in Blackboard Ultra. Ideal applicants should possess strong skills in stakeholder engagement and qualitative research, along with the capacity to produce clear documentation and strategic recommendations. The contract value is set at £5,000 and is suitable for small and medium enterprises, presenting a significant opportunity for growth in offering digital solutions and consultancy services for educational institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital Learning Review of the Blackboard system

Notice Description

https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityforthecreativearts/aspx/ProjectManage/126 UCA is committed to enhancing its digital learning, we are seeking a supplier to evaluate our use of Blackboard Ultra. We are seeking a supplier who has significant experience with Blackboard Ultra to lead strategic review of the university's digital learning environment. This includes auditing module sites, engaging stakeholders, and delivering actionable recommendations to support future online postgraduate and CPD offerings. The work will span four key phases: scoping, site analysis, stakeholder engagement, and final reporting. Suppliers must have: Proven experience with Blackboard Ultra within a higher education setting Strong understanding of digital learning, especially in creative disciplines Excellent stakeholder engagement and qualitative research skills Ability to deliver clear, strategic documentation and recommendations Familiarity with online postgraduate and CPD programme design The opportunity can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityforthecreativearts/aspx/ProjectManage/126 where returns can be submitted, alternatively returns can be sent to Procurement <Procurement@uca.ac.uk>

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/399299b0-af26-4330-beb8-04d38d9e56f5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Request for Quotation
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£5,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Oct 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF CREATIVE ARTS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FARNHAM
Postcode
GU9 7DS
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Waverley
Electoral Ward
Farnham North West
Westminster Constituency
Farnham and Bordon

Further Information

Notice URLs

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