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PS24069 - Euraxess Project

DSIT

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27 Mar 2025 at 08:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has concluded the procurement process for the "PS24069 - Euraxess Project". This project falls under the industry category of administration software packages and encompasses services related to researcher mobility, career development, and scientific collaboration. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from the RM6126 CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS dynamic purchasing system. The contract was awarded on 20th March 2025, with the procurement stage being marked as complete. The contract spans from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026, covering locations such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the rest of the world, and the United Kingdom. The initiative supports researchers through a jobs portal, funding database, advice, and information, aiding UK participation in Horizon Europe.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in administration software and services related to research and development, scientific collaboration, and researcher support. The project’s requirements include maintaining and updating a website, promotional activities, overseeing local contact points, and organising events, which can be beneficial for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in these areas. The awarded contract to Careers Research and Advisory Centre (CRAC) Limited, an SME, underscores this suitability for small and medium enterprises. Engaging in such projects can potentially improve visibility and credibility in the research and development sector, fostering new business growth and collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS24069 - Euraxess Project

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the RM6126 CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement EURAXESS is a pan-European initiative, supporting researcher mobility, career development and scientific collaboration. EURAXESS UK provides researchers with a jobs portal, funding database, advice and information. It attracts and assists elite research talent to move and work in the UK and contributes towards maximising UK participation in Horizon Europe by helping researchers find UK-based Horizon opportunities. The British Council have run EURAXESS UK since its creation (2007). It is funded by a grant from DSIT. The British Council's role includes maintaining and updating the website, promotional activities, overseeing the Local Contact Points, and organising events.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a5e8028-2b6f-43a8-99f8-64525d01874a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48219300 - Administration software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£79,575 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN1 2LF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Eastcott
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAREERS RESEARCH AND ADVISORY CENTRE (CRAC) LIMITED(THE

Further Information

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