Tender

Case & Contracts Management - Request for Information

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Tender

02 Oct 2024 at 12:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is initiating a public procurement process under the title "Case & Contracts Management - Request for Information" in the category of software package and information systems. This tender aims to identify a technical solution to enhance the management of research contracts and cases. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure below the threshold. The University anticipates formal expressions of interest by 17 October 2024, with the contract period slated to commence on 1 January 2025 and end on 8 February 2027. The geographical scope includes the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the rest of the world. Detailed procurement documents are available on the University's In-Tend procurement portal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in document management and compliance software packages to expand their market presence. Companies offering cutting-edge, user-friendly solutions that enhance transparency and oversight in contract management will find this procurement particularly advantageous. While small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) may not be specifically targeted, any established software vendor with robust capabilities to integrate and streamline contract management processes should consider participating. Engaging in this tender could facilitate long-term partnerships and bolster business growth within the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Case & Contracts Management - Request for Information

Notice Description

The University is undertaking a project to improve the experience of academic staff and support staff when managing research contracts and cases. A review of the current processes highlighted a need for a technical solution to provide oversight, transparency and drafting capabilities. As part of this project, it has been identified that it would be beneficial to conduct soft market testing to ascertain the offerings around case and contract management This request for information will be used to shortlist suppliers for a subsequent closed procurement exercise. The University of Manchester no longer meets the criteria of a 'body governed by public law' and is therefore not considered a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation. As a result, the University of Manchester will no longer be subject to the regime contained in The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation with effect from 1 August 2023. However, as an institution founded for the public good, an exempt charity and an organization in receipt of public funds, the University has a duty to manage expenditure in an appropriate manner and aims to deliver value for money across its non-pay spend by adhering to good procurement practice. Additional information: Information, formalities and necessary requirements to be met will be set out in the procurement documents, all of which are freely available via the University's procurement portal In-Tend - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f446b6ba-bcb0-44f0-903d-1d6a7cf725a3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71ae0cab-c5a1-432e-a022-a7f59c99f173
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48170000 - Compliance software package

48311000 - Document management 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
2 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 8 Feb 2027 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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