Tender

Current Research Information System

MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

Middlesex University is currently seeking a supplier for the "Current Research Information System" project, aimed at enhancing the management of the research lifecycle through an integrated digital service. This opportunity is classified under the software package and information systems industry, with specific requirements for functionalities such as research information management, ethics application management, and support for the postgraduate research degree student lifecycle. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 17th November 2021. The contract is set to commence on 1st February 2022 and will run until 31st January 2027, with delivery addresses accepted across various regions, including the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for software development and service integration companies, particularly those with proven experience in research management systems and related technologies. Businesses that specialise in creating user-friendly interfaces, data analytics, and systems that integrate with educational institutions' existing frameworks would be particularly well-suited to compete. By leveraging their expertise in comprehensive digital solutions, contenders can not only contribute to Middlesex University's research capabilities but also potentially expand their market reach within the higher education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Current Research Information System

Notice Description

Middlesex University requires a supplier who has the ability to deliver this contract and can demonstrate previous experience and a broad skills base in the provision of systems supporting the research lifecycle. We recognise that the digital services needed to underpin and support research are multi-faceted and complex. We see the adoption of this integrated digital research management and support service as crucial to providing effective and efficient management of the research lifecycle and associated resources and informing decision-making and planning which will enable us to be more proactive in securing and mobilising funding and resources, as well as promoting research outputs and expertise to funders and potential partners for increased research impact. We require a solution for integrated digital research information management, with the scope of requirements encompassing A) A core module for research information management (including integration with (or replacement and migration off) the current Eprints research repository and Figshare data repository for research output and academic staff profile management), B) An ethics module for managing ethics applications and approvals, C) Functionality to enable us to manage the postgraduate research degree student lifecycle from registration to degree award, marking milestones, which integrates with our MISIS student records system. D) Reporting and analytics which support all stages of the research lifecycle and allow data to be extracted for use in our Tableau reports. E) An easy-to-use, engaging, and seamless interface for use by both academics and professional services staff, which supports the research lifecycle and acts as the 'single source of truth' We wish to be able to implement CRIS functionality in a staged modular approach, with initial modules covering the following core areas of functionality: o Core Research Information management - Including o integration with HR and Finance (Oracle PAFIS), o Pre- and Post-Award research funding management, including costings and project milestones, notifications of funding and knowledge exchange opportunities, o links to research outputs including integration with (or replacement of) our Research Repository (Eprints) and Figshare research data repository, o provision of researcher/academic staff profiles to encourage engagement and facilitate reporting and analytics at various levels within the organisation and integration with our mdx.ac.uk site to allow these to be presented as a means of raising our staff profile. o Post-Graduate Research Student progression - encompassing registration, key milestones, supervisor meetings and feedback, encouraging student engagement, and supporting the overall postgraduate research student lifecycle. o Ethics - Integration with Infonetica (or replacement of) functionality to manage research ethics applications and approvals. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93f47914-9a96-47c4-b058-484733bdd467
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48810000 - Information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2027 Over 5 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
MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW4 4BT
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI71 Barnet
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Barnet
Electoral Ward
Hendon
Westminster Constituency
Hendon

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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