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DDaT26357 - Software License Subscription

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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15 Jul 2026 at 10:53

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Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services Limited as the buying organisation, aiming to fulfil software licence subscription needs for UK Research and Innovation. The procurement falls under the industry-specific software package category and has been awarded to Academia Limited, a large supplier, through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process is at the award stage, having been completed with an active contract that spans from 13th July 2026 to 12th July 2027. The delivery location is specified by the postal code NG12 5GG, and the total value of the contract is £20,480.20.

This tender presents robust opportunities for suppliers with expertise in software licence solutions, especially those adept at operating within framework agreements. While the contract is awarded, similar frameworks may open for competition, particularly suitable for SMEs looking to expand by leveraging specialised software package provisions. The competitive nature of selective procurement methods via framework agreements can drive innovation and efficiency, offering growth potential for businesses proficient in offering tailored software solutions within the specified market sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DDaT26357 - Software License Subscription

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded as a direct award against the top ranked supplier under the SLRA - Software Licences Reseller & Consulting Service Framework - Lot 4. UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for Software License Subscriptions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c3230dc-c661-42b9-914e-4fba0be2a85e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f60a06b3-f56b-4054-8827-f7a32a93d6e5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
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

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,480 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,480 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2027 6-12 months
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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACADEMIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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