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Staff Digital Champions 2026

DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY

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30 Jun 2025 at 13:24

Summary of the contracting process

De Montfort University has concluded the awarding stage of a procurement process for the "Staff Digital Champions 2026" programme. This initiative aims to support digital transformation across the university through specialised training and engagement. The project falls under the IT services category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support, designated by CPV code 72000000. Located in Leicester, England, the programme is set to commence on 1st July 2025 and end on 30th April 2026. The procurement was conducted through a selective process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total value of £47,064 awarded to Hable Education Ltd. The award was officially confirmed on 24th June 2025.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for SMEs in the tech and consultancy sectors looking to expand their university partnerships, particularly those experienced in digital change management and training services. Hable Education Ltd, an SME itself, exemplifies the type of organisation that can successfully leverage such opportunities. Businesses equipped to offer innovative IT solutions and demonstrate capability in supporting large institutions could find similar future tenders advantageous for growth. The selective nature of the procurement method underscores the importance of having a strong portfolio and existing framework agreements to qualify for such governmental opportunities.

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Notice Title

Staff Digital Champions 2026

Notice Description

A structured programme of engagement, technical training, and support to ensure Staff Champions are prepared to lead by example and support digital change across the university.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a548acdf-e09c-4030-bc57-a590b823b8b6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed2f24b1-b3c7-48b2-851c-da061841a7ed
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£47,064 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,064 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Stephen Phillips
Contact Email
stephen.phillips@dmu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 116 257 7937

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 9BH
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HABLE EDUCATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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