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Academic Search Complete

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

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02 Dec 2024 at 15:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire has completed a tender process titled "Academic Search Complete" in the software package and information systems category. The procurement, valued at £36,406, was conducted using a direct procurement method under a single tender action (below threshold). The contract period began on 1 October 2024 and will end on 30 September 2025. Located in Luton, the University of Bedfordshire serves as the buying organisation, and the supplier EBSCO INTERNATIONAL INC. has been awarded the contract. The tender process commenced on 17 September 2024 and concluded swiftly with the award on 18 September 2024.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in software packages and information systems to engage in future procurement activities with educational institutions like the University of Bedfordshire. The procurement is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, highlighting the university's focus on engaging a diverse range of suppliers. Such tenders create growth opportunities for businesses by providing access to stable contracts and fostering long-term relationships with public sector organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Academic Search Complete

Notice Description

Academic Search Complete

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aca1d87d-5d48-48cb-a544-e9bd91b59f7d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2623af8-8792-47c9-abf7-00ab06165a76
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, VCSE
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
£36,406 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,406 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2025 6-12 months
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
UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
Raymond Coffie
Contact Email
raymond.coffie@beds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01582 489216

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 3JU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EBSCO INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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