Award

Work Placement Software Package

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 Feb 2022 at 15:17

Award Notice
Tender

19 Dec 2021 at 16:20

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire is seeking proposals for a Work Placement Software Package to enhance placement allocation in healthcare settings. This procurement falls under the category of software package and information systems, with an end date for the tender period on 4th January 2022. The procurement, undertaken through an accelerated open procedure to meet funding timelines, is currently in the award stage following its publication on 19th December 2021. The contract period is set to commence on 1st February 2022 and will last until 31st January 2027, with a total contract value of £68,090.40.

This opportunity is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in software solutions, particularly those with experience in educational technology and healthcare systems. Winning this contract not only offers a significant financial reward but also the chance to build long-term partnerships with educational institutions and contribute to the enhancement of student experiences in clinical settings. Businesses that can provide intuitive, accessible, and effective placement allocation systems will have a competitive edge in this tender process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Work Placement Software Package

Notice Description

The University is looking for a work placement software system. This type of placement allocation software is needed to allocate learners to suitable placements in healthcare settings and is crucial to ensure that the learners can experience working in a range of clinical settings and become proficient in all areas of their practice. The aim is to secure placement allocation solution that our practice partners can also access, to enhance the allocation of learners. This software will ensure that learners and practice partners can plan their placement experience over the duration of their studies, so enhancing the student experience. The software solution will assist in the planning, managing and auditing of this key aspect of learner education.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2a70fb1b-be5e-4dc0-9e24-a457a4798ef7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b66e60ac-fe54-4238-9d2f-8d9e765cae09
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Accelerated Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£68,090 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2022 - 8 Feb 2027 Over 5 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 BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 3JU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUANTUM IT EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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