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Digital Customer Experience Strategy Partner.

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester has initiated a procurement process for a "Digital Customer Experience Strategy Partner" aimed at redefining its external digital engagement. This project is part of a broader vision aligned with the Manchester 2035 strategy, focusing on user-centred design, accessibility, and operational efficiency. The tender, classified under information systems or technology strategic review and planning services (CPV code 72222000), is open for submissions until 17 January 2025. The contract period is set to start on 1 March 2025 and end on 30 June 2025. Located in Manchester, North West, United Kingdom, this procurement is managed through an open procedure with a project value estimated at £200,000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies experienced in digital strategy, AI, and CRM integration. The call is well-suited for SMEs due to the nature of the project and its focus on innovation and advanced technology implementation. Any businesses that specialise in these areas and can demonstrate a keen understanding of the university's digital transformation goals will find this an attractive opportunity for expansion and collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital Customer Experience Strategy Partner.

Notice Description

The University of Manchester is embarking on an ambitious programme to redefine its external digital engagement. This initiative goes beyond a website design, aiming to create a seamless, personalised digital experience for diverse audiences, from prospective students to research partners and alumni. We are looking for an experienced strategic partner to co-create a long-term roadmap and target operating model that sets us up for success. The strategy will help us advance our digital capabilities, integrate advanced technologies such as AI and CRM, and align with our Manchester 2035 vision. With a focus on user-centred design, accessibility and operational efficiency, this transformation will position the University as a global leader in digital innovation. Additional information: Information, formalities and necessary requirements to be met will be set out in the procurement documents, all of which are available via the University's procurement portal In-Tend - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5025f632-dc48-490e-8db5-0cc0a5d03eb2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72222000 - Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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