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Information Systems Online Training Resources

TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER

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15 Dec 2021 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Information Systems Online Training Resources" contract was conducted by Transport For Greater Manchester, focusing on the training software package industry. This tender, classified under the CPV code 48931000, was handled through a limited procurement method, specifically a competitive quotation, due to its value of £37,000. The contract period commenced on 21 November 2021 and will run until 20 November 2024. Key dates include the tender period end date of 1 November 2021 and the award date of 1 November 2021, with the award notice published on 15 December 2021. The delivery for this contract is to be fulfilled in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), as indicated by the suitability of the tender. The focus on training software suggests that companies specialised in educational technologies or software development could be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in this market could foster partnerships with public sector bodies, thus enhancing business prospects in the educational sector.

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Notice Title

Information Systems Online Training Resources

Notice Description

Competitive quote process was taken between suppliers in accordance to procurement rules and organisation constitution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8aebdfda-00e7-4347-92d2-b2fde7e610a2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30358621-de44-473c-937c-a3b2aae5a9b4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48931000 - Training software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
21 Nov 2021 - 20 Nov 2024 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
TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Imran Lobania
Contact Email
imran.lobania@tfgm.com
Contact Phone
0161 244 1831

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 3BG
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PLURALSIGHT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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