Award

IT Services

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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12 Feb 2025 at 08:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Plymouth has awarded a contract for IT services, specifically system maintenance services, under the industry category CPV 50324100. The procurement process was conducted through a direct method, utilising a single tender action below the threshold. The contract, valued at £37,500, will be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is now complete, with key dates being the tender period ending on 5th January 2025, contract commencement on 6th January 2025, and contract conclusion on 31st December 2026.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with experience in system maintenance. While the contract was awarded to Q9 Elements Ltd, a large-scale supplier, similar businesses with robust capabilities in delivering comprehensive IT services could find future opportunities in public procurement. Companies suited to such bids include those with a strong track record in IT infrastructure support, offering innovative and efficient solutions to large organisations such as universities. Engaging in such contracts could enable these businesses to enhance their portfolios and secure long-term growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IT Services

Notice Description

IT Services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c2a8df73-1cd9-4d3b-97b9-18fae291831d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd437717-c55d-4fba-9ee7-0fa78bf43ac2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50324100 - System maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 1-2 years
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 PLYMOUTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL4 8AA
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Drake
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Q9 ELEMENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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