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Office Datastream

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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26 Jul 2024 at 12:58

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Plymouth, a higher education institution located in Plymouth, England, has completed a public procurement process titled “Office Datastream”, classified under the database and operating software package industry category (CPV code 48600000). This procurement, which was conducted using a single tender action method, focused on acquiring EIKON with Datastream for office use. The tender process ended on 23 June 2024, with the contract running from 24 June 2024 to 28 February 2025. The awarded contract, valued at £29,232 GBP, was granted to Refinitiv Limited, a large-scale supplier based in London, Canary Wharf.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software packages, particularly in database solutions. SMEs stand to gain from such tenders, given the direct procurement method and below-threshold value, which may limit competition from larger firms. While this specific tender has concluded, understanding the requirements and procurement strategy of the University of Plymouth can aid businesses in preparing for future opportunities and contribute to sustainable business growth. Firms with expertise in providing comprehensive software solutions, especially those targeting educational institutions, would find tender processes like this particularly beneficial.

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Notice Title

Office Datastream

Notice Description

EIKON WITH DATASTREAM FOR OFFICE

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-32d80fc7-4673-43ef-ac01-700b24793678
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afa7759d-4fcd-49b2-a744-17e8cebb6668
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48600000 - Database and operating software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,232 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,232 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
23 Jun 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 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
UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL4 8AA
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Drake
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REFINITIV

Further Information

Notice Documents

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