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Telephony System (Unified Comms)

SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY

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17 Oct 2025 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

Southampton Solent University has completed a procurement process for a Unified Communications software service through a G-Cloud 14 Framework call-off. The procurement, classified under Software Package and Information Systems (CPV 48000000), aimed to provide services in the South East of the United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £267,451, spans from 31st August 2025 to 30th August 2029. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the award stage concluded with an active status as of 17th October 2025.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software services, particularly those adept in handling large-scale IT projects. The procurement process suited small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as indicated by its suitability criteria. Businesses in the software industry can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolios by providing competitive solutions, utilising the framework agreements for selective invitation. This could serve as a growth platform for mid-sized technology firms aiming to secure substantial contracts within the educational sector, further solidifying their market presence in the UK region.

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Notice Title

Telephony System (Unified Comms)

Notice Description

Provision of a Unified Comms Software as a Service via G-Cloud 14 Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-461f49c2-f3da-4177-83a7-7fd933a7836c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81ab0b22-0a19-4d2a-a226-c1daded74468
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
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
£267,451 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£267,451 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
30 Aug 2025 - 30 Aug 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 0YN
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

8 X 8

Further Information

Notice Documents

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