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EA Tooling Solution

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)

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10 Jan 2025 at 12:28

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford has completed the procurement process for an Enterprise Architecture (EA) tooling solution, aimed at capturing Architectural IT knowledge to support informed IT strategy decisions. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems and is located in Salford, England, with the delivery address postal code M5 4WT. The tender, identified as UoS/OW/24/25/QTR1/EA Tooling Solution, was awarded through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was finalized with Avolution (UK) Ltd on 7th January 2025, and the contract period is set from 7th January 2025 to 7th January 2026. The total contract value is GBP 48,250, with another variation amounting to GBP 127,100.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for companies specialising in software packages and information systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts, given their adaptability and niche expertise. The procurement not only supports the buyer's strategic IT objectives but also offers SMEs a platform to showcase their solutions and foster long-term business relationships. Engaging with such procurement exercises can lead to enhanced visibility, credibility, and potential further opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Title

EA Tooling Solution

Notice Description

An Enterprise Architecture tooling solution that will support our efforts to capture Architectural IT knowledge with the aim of supporting well informed IT strategy decisions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-840d3a5c-9f7b-45fb-acfa-418639984911
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0aa2c7c-fcc8-45c9-ad5c-8b31651ad550
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£48,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,250 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
7 Jan 2025 - 7 Jan 2026 1-2 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
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AVOLUTION (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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