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Timetabling System for Keele University

UNIVERSITY OF KEELE

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a Timetabling System at Keele University has been completed under the CCS RM6285 Back Office Software 2 Framework Agreement - Lot 2 Specialist Software Solutions. The buying organisation, University of Keele, located in Newcastle, England, sought solutions categorised under "Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software package" (CPV 48300000). The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process concluded on 26th August 2025, with contracts running from 23rd September 2025 to 22nd September 2030. The awarded contract, valued at £382,281.24, was formally announced on 14th October 2025, and published on 3rd November 2025.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the productivity software sector, particularly those specialising in scheduling and timetabling systems. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to engage due to the suitability criteria favouring these organisations. The procurement provides a stable, long-term engagement that can foster business growth and enhance portfolios. With the contract already awarded to Eventmap Limited, future opportunities may arise from similar requirements at Keele University or through engaging with framework agreements like CCS RM6285.

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Notice Title

Timetabling System for Keele University

Notice Description

The University has undertaken a procurement process using the CCS RM6285 Back Office Software 2 Framework Agreement - Lot 2 Specialist Software Solutions for a Timetabling System.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b4265c48-f403-44fb-92ff-d7c186aa40d5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb1d9189-e9d7-43c5-82b4-b419890454e5
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48300000 - Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£382,281 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£382,281 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
22 Sep 2025 - 22 Sep 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 KEELE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
ST5 5BG
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Electoral Ward
Keele
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle-under-Lyme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVENTMAP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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