Award

Renewal Unibuddy Chat premium

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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26 Jul 2024 at 10:16

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Plymouth has completed the procurement process for the renewal of the Unibuddy Chat Premium service, under the industry category of Multimedia Message Service (MMS) services. This procurement, conducted through a direct procurement method, was finalised with a contract worth GBP 41,441.02. The contract covers a period starting from 14 June 2024 and ending on 20 April 2025. The project location is specified in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process moved from the tender stage, completed on 22 April 2020, to the award stage, published on 26 July 2024.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in digital communication services, especially those developing advanced messaging platforms. SMEs, in particular, may find this procurement advantageous, given its suitability for small and medium enterprises. By participating in tenders of this nature, companies can expand their client base and enhance their reputation within the educational sector. The direct procurement approach also indicates a streamlined process with potential for future engagements with the University of Plymouth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Renewal Unibuddy Chat premium

Notice Description

Unibuddy Chat Premium + Community.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dcbe94fb-6e95-4279-952b-19b92fda0783
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48cf9c64-88d9-48da-af56-6a577d1570e2
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64212300 - Multimedia Message Service (MMS) services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,441 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£41,441 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 20205 years ago
Contract Period
13 Jun 2024 - 20 Apr 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 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

UNIBUDDY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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