Award

(NU/1350) Supply, maintenance and support of a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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14 Oct 2019 at 14:36

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Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle University is undertaking a procurement process for the supply, maintenance, and support of a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), following an open procedure approach. The tender, identified as (NU/1350), is classified under the software package and information systems category and has a total contract value of £1,380,035. The tender period has ended on 1st April 2019, while the contract period spans from 12th July 2019 to 15th July 2022, with delivery required primarily in the North East of England. The award was announced on 14th October 2019 and marks the completion of this procurement stage.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in educational technology, particularly those offering VLE solutions that are user-friendly and capable of seamless integration with existing systems. Companies that can demonstrate scalability and adaptability in their services, catering to diverse learning methods, are particularly well-suited to compete. The breadth of Newcastle University's user base, including its international branch campuses and online learners, further increases the potential for suppliers to expand their market presence through collaboration with the contracting authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

(NU/1350) Supply, maintenance and support of a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

Notice Description

Newcastle University requires a Virtual Learning Environment to support the teaching and learning of the University. The University recently completed a market engagement stage (under PIN 2018/S 029-063086)and the purpose of this notice is to alert the market of this OJEU Open Procedure to invite tenders to meet the requirements as described in the ITT documentation. The University requires a Virtual Learning Environment which is capable of meeting these high level objectives: 1) Fit for purpose and easy to use; 2) Integrate easily with existing University IT systems (student systems, authentication systems and other Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) systems); 3) Provides simple ways for users to collaborate with each other; 4) Continues to be developed as emerging technologies are introduced to the market; 5) Supports all type of learners and methods (online, blended, face to face) while allowing non modular courses to take place; 6) Has an up-to-date, interactive, attractive user interface and provides the same experience across all types of devices both now and in the future; 7) Able to scale up as demand grows and without incurring excessive additional costs. The scope of this tender is for the supply and support of a Virtual Learning Environment to be used by all members of the University, including those located in our Branch Campuses in London, Malaysia and Singapore as well as our distance learning courses which are fully online. Full details of the requirements are as stated in the Invitation to Tender documentation. Expressions of interest in this project can be made by registering via the University's e-tendering portal at: https://procontract.due-north.com/Login The contract reference is NU/1350.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a17107ca-d3a5-4169-9712-8d62716241ce
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ee95d5f-4c10-4f7c-ab21-c7ff1f0da85e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£1,380,035 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,380,035 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
26 Sep 2019 - 31 Jul 2028 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE1 7RU
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSTRUCTURE GLOBAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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