Award

Simulation software licences

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

17 Sep 2025 at 12:14

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited pertains to the acquisition of simulation software licences, under the classification of 'Software package and information systems' (CPV: 48000000). This award notice, dated 17th September 2025, confirms that the process is complete, having been undertaken via a competitive quotation procedure below the threshold. The contract period covers from 20th August 2025 to 19th August 2026, with the services to be delivered in the UK, specifically near postal code OX11 0QX. The procurement was executed under a limited method specifically through a competitive quotation, targeting the goods category.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses by offering a chance to supply simulation software to a significant public sector entity. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially suited to compete in this procurement scenario given its focus on goods rather than services. Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence GmbH has been awarded the contract, emphasising the potential for large-scale suppliers with expertise in software systems to secure public sector contracts. The engagement reflects an opportunity to strengthen relationships with UK Research and Innovation, via UK Shared Business Services Limited, opening doors for future collaborations and expanding market presence within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Simulation software licences

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for the supply of simulation software licences, This has been sourced via a competitive quotation procedure.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2c5df163-aab9-4813-8daf-e0f08d8ac8b9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72c397b8-1540-4461-8564-6eedce4b0d27
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£15,133 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,133 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
19 Aug 2025 - 19 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
DDat Procurement
Contact Email
ddatprocurement@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
01793 867000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HEXAGON MANUFACTURING INTELLIGENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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