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Prenax STDO 25-26 for Serials

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND

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21 Oct 2025 at 10:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process under consideration has been conducted by the University of the West of England, headquartered at Frenchay Campus, Bristol, England. The tender, titled "Prenax STDO 25-26 for Serials," falls under the services category, specifically targeting the library software sector with CPV code 48160000. The procurement was conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to Prenax Limited as of 21st October 2025. The procurement process had a tender period that ended on 17th August 2025, with the contract period scheduled for 18th to 19th August 2025. The delivery of services is expected in the South West region of the United Kingdom, with a contract value of £70,000.

This tender provides a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in library software solutions, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Given the selective procurement method, businesses that are part of the relevant framework agreement or can align closely with the specific requirements outlined for library software packages are well-suited to compete. Partnerships or collaborations with academic institutions may further enhance business growth, leveraging access to specialised knowledge and increasing market visibility within the educational sector. The participation in such contracts can bolster a company's portfolio, particularly those aiming to expand services geographically and within the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Prenax STDO 25-26 for Serials

Notice Description

Prenax STDO 25-26 under framework for Serials - LIB4054 SU

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8656a508-a727-49a4-99e7-66555c2145a7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20dac11d-ac00-4383-b6df-4e14d43bffb3
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48160000 - Library software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
17 Aug 2025 - 19 Aug 2025 30 days
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 THE WEST OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1QY
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRENAX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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