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EW18_006 - Online Programme Manager

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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17 Nov 2019 at 07:30

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent has recently concluded the procurement process for the contract titled "EW18_006 - Online Programme Manager". This project, classified under the Information technology services category, aimed to identify and design viable online degree programmes while facilitating student recruitment and interaction management. The procurement method was open, and the tender period ended on 17th July 2019, with an awarded contract value of £14,000,000. The contract commenced on 1st October 2019 and will run until 30th September 2024, with delivery to take place in the South East of the UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in online education management and technology services. Companies that are equipped to deliver innovative online learning solutions and have experience in programme management would be well-suited to compete in this space. The contract's value and duration indicate potential for substantial engagement, allowing providers to demonstrate their capabilities in enhancing online educational offerings for institutions like the University of Kent.

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Notice Title

EW18_006 - Online Programme Manager

Notice Description

The University of Kent sought to contract the services of an Online Programme Management provider in order to assist with the identification of viable online degree programmes, the design of programmes for online delivery, the recruitment of students and the management interactions between staff and students during the online learning process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c0b60074-f745-4b3a-bbee-113398fd1f81
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fe51f5c-acb0-4fe2-b7bb-e71a6d5d0b4a
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

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


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20196 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2024 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 KENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT2 7NZ
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FUTURELEARN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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