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Blackboard Virtual Learning Environment

UCLAN INNOVATION & ENTERPRISE

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22 Mar 2019 at 14:29

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Central Lancashire, through Uclan Innovation & Enterprise, has awarded a contract for the provision of a Blackboard Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) as part of a shift towards a cloud-based solution. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems industry category, with a total contract value of £935,000. The contract period spans from 31st March 2019 to 4th August 2022, having been awarded directly via a selective procurement method from a framework agreement. The tender closed on 1st March 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in e-learning services and cloud technology solutions, particularly those capable of providing software package implementation and ongoing support. Enterprises with experience in educational software and a strong track record in cloud integrations would be well-positioned to engage with such contracts, contributing to their growth and expanding their market presence within the educational sector.

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Notice Title

Blackboard Virtual Learning Environment

Notice Description

The University's current Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is provided by Blackboard and hosted on premise. The VLE is used by both staff and students for a wide range of learning and exams. The current contract for the on premise license expires in August 2019. The University wishes to move it's Blackboard (VLE) to a cloud based solution, and this contract is for the implementation and annual licenses over a 3 year period. The contract has been awarded via a framework direct award.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-208ba200-e0d1-45c6-980d-0f915ca07f08
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96931071-a4aa-462b-ae0b-1b6ebb19f5a1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£935,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20196 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2019 - 4 Aug 2022 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
UCLAN INNOVATION & ENTERPRISE
Contact Name
Brett Dixon
Contact Email
etenders@uclan.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 2TQ
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TET

Further Information

Notice Documents

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