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Apps Anywhere License Renewal

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)

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20 Mar 2025 at 10:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford has completed the procurement process for the renewal of their AppsAnywhere software license in the industry category of Software package and information systems (CPV 48000000). The tender, identified as "UoS/DH/24/25/QTR3/Apps Anywhere License Renewal," had a value of £148,000 and followed an open procedure (below threshold). The contract was awarded to Softcat Ltd on 20th March 2025. The contract will commence on 1st April 2025 and is set to end on 28th February 2026. The procurement process was concluded with an award on the 20th March 2025, and the license will be utilised at the University's location in Salford, M5 4WT.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in software and information systems to grow by securing contracts with prestigious institutions such as the University of Salford. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for similar opportunities in the future due to the suitability criteria specified for this tender. Engaging in such contracts can enhance business portfolios and provide substantial economic benefits. Other large-scale software vendors might find this procurement process a valuable benchmark for potential collaborations or future tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Apps Anywhere License Renewal

Notice Description

Award Notice for Salford Universities AppsAnywhere license renewal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2cd61f55-befc-4112-a4f6-b8b5c2b69c21
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/695acae8-49bc-4ec1-8a7d-c56f9c0f2719
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (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
£148,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£148,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 6-12 months
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 SALFORD(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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