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GB-Lincoln: Automation

UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN

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12 Jul 2021 at 11:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "GB-Lincoln: Automation" was initiated by the University of Lincoln, located in Lincoln, UK, to acquire a robotic process automation (RPA) platform aimed at enhancing the efficiency of its Student Undergraduate Admissions process. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically office automation services, with a total value of £168,000. The direct award for this tender was made under the Crown Commercial Services' G-Cloud 12 Framework, and the contract period commenced on 12 July 2021, extending for two years until 11 July 2023. The tender period concluded on 30 June 2021, marking the transition to the award stage.

This awarded contract presents a significant opportunity for companies specialising in office automation software and related services, particularly those experienced in robotic process automation. Businesses that focus on software development, systems for operational efficiency, and have expertise in automated solutions would be well-suited to participate in future tenders within the educational sector or similar fields. The successful implementation of this automation solution not only streamlines processes but also enhances service delivery, paving the way for further technological advancements and business collaborations in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Lincoln: Automation

Notice Description

This procurement was for a robotic process automation (RPA) platform software that emulates how staff within the University of Lincoln's Student Administration team use existing applications and systems and to automate a wide range of operational and business processes. The initial focus will be to automate the Student Undergraduate Admissions process and to be rapidly deployed, non-disruptively, making the current process more efficient and reducing the failure points. The deployment requires no replacement of systems, deployment of agents, software development or system integration. Additional information: This procurement was awarded via a direct award under the CCS's (Crown Commercial Services) G-Cloud 12 Framework, in line with the stated processes and the search criteria.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-36dcf0d7-d78f-485b-8759-796cd1eb3c69
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/197bed78-ec56-45e2-8187-a3df38ec1c6d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48920000 - Office automation software package

48921000 - Automation system

72212920 - Office automation software development services

72513000 - Office automation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£168,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£168,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
11 Jul 2021 - 11 Jul 2023 1-2 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 LINCOLN
Contact Name
Vasos Melides
Contact Email
vmelides@lincoln.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01522886703

Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN6 7TS
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Boultham
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FOUNDRY4 CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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