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E-Learning Management System

NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL

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20 Aug 2024 at 15:38

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08 Aug 2024 at 11:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process entails North Somerset Council's acquisition of an E-Learning Management System, specifically the Grey Matter Learning platform, targeted for South West region providers in the United Kingdom. This endeavour falls under the industry category of E-learning services (CPV code 80420000) and was executed through a single tender action (direct procurement method). The contract, with a value of £30,000, spans from 1st September 2024 to 31st March 2028. Significant dates include the tender period ending on 2nd August 2024 and the contract award published on 8th August 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) by providing a significant contract within the services sector. Businesses specialising in innovative educational technologies, particularly those offering e-learning solutions, are well-suited to benefit from this procurement. Participation in such a government contract can enhance a company's portfolio, establish credibility, and create long-term business relationships within the public sector. Involvement in this project could accelerate growth through increased exposure and potential future collaborations.

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Notice Title

E-Learning Management System

Notice Description

Purchase of the Grey Matter Learning platform for North Somerset Providers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-76ac5c5d-25a9-4260-9292-39f7bf41f565
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dfa0814-a929-47c7-9d21-c59688e370dd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WESTON-SUPER-MARE
Postcode
BS23 1UJ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK61 North Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
North Somerset
Electoral Ward
Weston-super-Mare Central
Westminster Constituency
Weston-super-Mare

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GREY MATTER LEARNING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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