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DDaT25169 - Learning Platform licences

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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30 Apr 2026 at 10:42

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services Limited as the buying organisation for the title "DDaT25169 - Learning Platform licences." The procurement falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems, with the location specified as Swindon, England. The procurement is currently at the award stage, with the award date set on the 22nd of May, 2025. The contract period began on the 10th of June, 2025, and is scheduled to end on the 2nd of June, 2027. Conducted under the CCS G-Cloud 14 framework, this selective procurement method is a call-off from a framework agreement, providing a structured approach to contract facilitation.

This tender presents opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in software package solutions and information systems. The requirements for supplying a learning platform suggest that enterprises experienced in educational technologies have a business growth opportunity here. While suitability does not favour SMEs or VCSEs, large organisations like QA Ltd, the awarded supplier, stand well-positioned to leverage their infrastructure and expertise in delivering comprehensive learning platform licences, thus enhancing their market presence and expanding their service offerings. The procurement process underscores the significance of engaging with government frameworks to secure substantial contracts that can propel business growth and innovation in the technology sector.

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Notice Title

DDaT25169 - Learning Platform licences

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Shared Business Services (UK SBS) had a requirement for the provision of supplying a learning platform. This procurement is being concluded under the CCS G-Cloud 14 (RM1557.14) framework. ***Contract Variation 001 was raised in line with the original contract to activate the optional 12 month extension increasing the Total Contract Value by PS12,475.00 excluding VAT***

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-df2de392-c517-4a01-8f29-3c60a7f60036
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b521fdd-0307-4135-b6bc-c22801d8a21f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£17,465 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,940 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 202511 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jun 2025 - 2 Jun 2027 1-2 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
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
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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