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Academic Appeals Software

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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12 Dec 2025 at 11:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton has completed the procurement process for the provision of Academic Appeals Software, categorised under software packages and information systems. This process utilised a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £135,375, commenced on 10th December 2025 and will conclude on 9th December 2028, placing it in the Award stage. Located in Southampton, England, the contract is ideally situated for suppliers in the software and information systems industry, with delivery scheduled to University Road, Southampton, postal code SO17 1BJ.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth particularly for SMEs, as they are suitable for this procurement category. Suppliers specialising in software development and information systems can benefit from engaging with renowned educational institutions such as the University of Southampton. Successful businesses could expand their market presence and gain recognition through collaboration with this esteemed university. The awarded contract to Symplicity UK Ltd, a large corporation, indicates the competitive nature of such tenders, encouraging robust participation from suppliers with the capability to innovate or tailor software solutions for academic purposes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Academic Appeals Software

Notice Description

The University of Southampton would like to purchase a provision of Academic Appeals Software.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ade2430b-2c89-4984-ad35-5247d434326c
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
£135,375 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£135,375 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 20255 months ago
Contract Period
10 Dec 2025 - 9 Dec 2028 3-4 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 SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SYMPLICITY UK LTD (CORPORATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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