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Module Evaluation System - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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30 Jan 2026 at 14:46

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14 Nov 2024 at 15:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria has completed the procurement process for a new online Module Evaluation System. This initiative aims to enhance the collection and response to student feedback across the University's campuses in the North West and London, including its online offerings. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, with Electric Paper Ltd being awarded the contract valued at £116,244. The procurement falls under the industry category "Software package and information systems," with a specific focus on industry-specific software packages. The contract commenced on 1st August 2024 and is set to end on 31st July 2027. The system is integrated within the University's existing digital infrastructure and managed by the Centre for Academic Practice Enhancement (CAPE), with the first survey utilising the new module scheduled for November 2024. The procurement updates were last recorded on 30th January 2026, following an award notice published on 14th November 2024.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the development of educational technology solutions, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive feedback systems that integrate seamlessly with existing educational platforms like SITS and Blackboard Ultra. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities as indicated by the suitability criteria. The open procedure allows a broad range of vendors to participate, fostering competitive bids and encouraging innovation. Companies with expertise in software development, user experience design, and system integration are ideally suited to compete for similar contracts, allowing them to expand their portfolio and enhance their credibility within the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Module Evaluation System - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria (UoC) is seeking a new online Module Evaluation System to strengthen institutional mechanisms for gathering and responding to student feedback. UoC operates across a range of campuses in the North West and London, alongside a growing portfolio of online learning provision. The Module Evaluation System will be used by all students to provide feedback on their experiences at module level. Additional surveys may be offered at programme level or to specific cohorts of students. The new Module Evaluation System will integrate with the existing UoC digital ecosystem, including SITS and Blackboard Ultra. The new system will be managed by the Centre for Academic Practice Enhancement (CAPE) with support from IT and Academic Registry, and will operate across all academic Institutes (equivalent of faculties). The new Module Evaluation System will play a key role in our new University approach to student engagement and communication through providing actionable insight into the student experience across all provision. It is intended that the first Module Evaluation Survey utilising the new system will run in November 2024.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-27ae26c4-9c26-4992-b196-d512dd224f48
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4598df3-f10d-4f0d-bbaa-1fc074f54292
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£116,244 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2027 2-3 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
UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 3JD
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
Bowerham
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELECTRIC PAPER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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