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UK HE Partnership Development Support

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)

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Award

26 Mar 2025 at 11:17

Award Notice
Tender

05 Mar 2025 at 10:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford has completed the procurement process for a project titled "UK HE Partnership Development Support" under the industry category of research and development consultancy services, and business development consultancy services, with the address located at The Old Fire Station, Salford, M5 4WT, England. This tender was for the development of international partnerships in the field of education TNE (Transnational Education), with the selected supplier being Cormack Consultancy Group. The tender process followed an open procedure (below threshold), and the contract period runs from 14th April 2025 to 14th April 2026, with a contract value of £36,000. The process moved from the tender stage initiated on 5th March 2025 to the award on 26th March 2025.

This contract presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in international business development, consultancy in education TNE fields, and those with vast networks in overseas educational institutions. The tender seeks a supplier experienced in fostering and expanding international partnerships, which can boost their portfolio significantly. Ideal candidates for this contract are firms that possess strong ties and expertise in internationalisation strategies for higher education, willing to collaborate directly with the University's International Office to enhance the University of Salford’s global education network.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK HE Partnership Development Support

Notice Description

TNE development is a key area of internationalisation for teaching and learning, research, student experience and income generation. The University of Salford is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to support our business development in international partnerships. The supplier will work directly with the University's International Office to source, nurture and liaise with overseas institutions and other organisations to support the development of education TNE partnerships. The University is developing an international network of partners for progression, articulation, franchise and other delivery modes, whilst nurturing a small number of high-value, deep partnerships that operate across all models. The successful supplier will have an understanding of the TNE landscape and apply their knowledge, experience and networks to expanding the partnership development for the University. For full tender information and to express an interest please visit our InTend portal" and add link: https://intendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home Additional information: Full tender documentation can be accessed via InTend. All tender queries must be made via InTend. https://intendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4a1bdfbe-0cc7-4c1c-ad20-4b1c515abd1c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ade0c806-b8a2-48b0-8285-3971b8ff12c0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2025 - 14 Apr 2026 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 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

CORMACK CONSULTANCY GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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