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University of Sunderland - Virtual Learning Environment / LMS

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland is currently seeking proposals through an open tender for the development and deployment of a new Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) or Learning Management System (LMS). This procurement falls within the services category and is focussed on educational software. The tender, referenced as UoS/VLE/0716, is actively being processed, with the submission deadline set for 24th August 2016. The successful contract period will commence on 23rd January 2017, lasting until 22nd January 2020, and the services will be delivered at the University’s City Campus location in Sunderland, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for providers in the educational technology sector, particularly those specialising in software as a service and consultancy services related to VLEs. Businesses equipped with innovative solutions aimed at enhancing teaching and learning experiences will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the emphasis on a new support system due to the impending obsolescence of the current VLE, companies that offer cutting-edge technology and can demonstrate a strong track record in educational settings should consider submitting their bids.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

University of Sunderland - Virtual Learning Environment / LMS

Notice Description

The University seeks to appoint an innovative VLE service provider to develop and/or deploy a new Virtual Learning Environment offering (VLE) / LMS. The VLE is the University's primary means of ensuring teaching materials, resources and associated tools are available to staff and students, 24/7 across multiple platform offerings and is viewed as one of our key teaching and learning tools, driving an enriched learning experience to our student base whilst providing an integrated environment enhancing engagement with teaching, learning and assessment processes. The current VLE will be unsupported Q4 2017. Contract Scope The Services have been divided into the following work packages (Lots): Lot 1 - Virtual Learning Environment - Software as a Service and; Lot 2 - Virtual Learning Environment - Consultative Services. The Authority will award either lot 1 or lot 2 to a single Tenderer. Tenderers are invited to bid for all or any of the above Lots. Additional information: Via the UNiversity of Sunderland In-Tend Portal Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-efb2b0cd-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/761e6797-2312-4202-a180-dc92594d4e7b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48190000 - Educational software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Jan 2017 - 22 Jan 2020 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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