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Software License, Service Visit and Cloud Hosting for the Merlin Alarm Management System

UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH

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30 Apr 2025 at 09:02

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Portsmouth recently completed a procurement process for the provision of software licenses, service visits, and cloud hosting for its Merlin Alarm Management System. This tender falls under the 'services' industry category, specifically dealing with software packages and information systems (CPV code 48000000). The procurement utilised a direct method through a single tender action, as it was below the threshold, and had engaged with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for suitability. The contract was awarded on 3rd February 2025 to Initsys Limited, based in London, with the contract period commencing on 1st March 2025 and concluding on 28th February 2030. The value of the contract is £95,500, and the services are to be delivered at the University of Portsmouth, located at PO1 2UP in England.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for SMEs, especially those specialising in software and security systems, as it facilitates ongoing involvement in supporting the university's critical alert infrastructure. Businesses that provide robust and compatible software solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing systems are well-suited for this kind of procurement. Participation in such contracts can offer stability and the potential for long-term partnerships with educational institutions, contributing to business growth within the service and technology sectors.

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Notice Title

Software License, Service Visit and Cloud Hosting for the Merlin Alarm Management System

Notice Description

The Merlin system software relays fire, lift, and Intrusion alarm signals from each building to the main security lodge. This alerts Security to the activation of alarms for investigation and is, as such, a significant part of the life-safe system on Campus. It must be serviceable and compatible with existing software systems at the University.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a217d468-4e77-4fec-97bc-519488972efa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c58d6d71-11bb-4fcf-9911-4076cb50f841
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2030 Over 5 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 PORTSMOUTH
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
finance.purchasing@port.ac.uk
Contact Phone
023 9284 8484

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2UP
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INITSYS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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