Tender

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T24/0089- UX Framework- Lot 1 Research

NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY

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Tender

20 Aug 2025 at 12:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Northumbria University is currently conducting an open procurement process for the "GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T24/0089- UX Framework- Lot 1 Research" contract. The focus of this tender is within the IT services sector, specifically targeting consulting, software development, and world wide web site design services. The aim is to secure user experience (UX) consulting, research, and design services to support the University's digital marketing efforts. The process, initiated on 20th August 2025, is in the 'Tender' stage and will conclude on 18th September 2025. The contract period spans from 1st December 2025 to 30th November 2028, with service delivery expected within the North East region of the United Kingdom. The total contract value ranges up to £500,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and organisations experienced in digital UX, web design, and IT services to expand their portfolios and collaborate with a prominent educational institution. The open procedure allows a diverse range of businesses to participate, offering a competitive platform for innovation in user experience services. The engagement will support Northumbria University's efforts to enhance digital services, making it ideal for agencies looking to leverage their expertise in UX consultancy, research, and design, potentially fostering long-term partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T24/0089- UX Framework- Lot 1 Research

Notice Description

The University has a huge digital footprint in the Sector and we have a digital marketing team dedicated to maintaining these sites and upholding the reputation of the University. We wish to secure a range of experienced agencies we can engage with for user experience (UX) consultancy, research, and design services. The framework will ensure quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness while enabling the marketing department to access expert UX support easily. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6e90fd62-05cd-4fcb-8adc-4e633d2cc104
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37ca58cf-c837-4ac5-a40d-ac205439d6ca
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72413000 - World wide web (www) site design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2028 3-4 years
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
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Alex Liles
Contact Email
alex.liles@northumbria.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01912274303

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8ST
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

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