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Academic Workload Planning systems support - Expressions of Interest invited

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

Lancaster University is currently conducting a tender process under the title "Academic Workload Planning systems support - Expressions of Interest invited". This process falls within the miscellaneous software package and computer systems industry category, specifically focusing on improving departmental academic workload planning. The tender period is set to conclude on 5th July 2019, with the contract envisaged to run from 1st September 2019 to 1st September 2020. This procurement is being managed through an open procedure, and expressions of interest are sought to explore suitable software solutions that align with the requirements of the annual TRAC submission.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software systems, particularly those offering solutions related to time accounting, human resources software, and enterprise resource planning. Companies with expertise in developing and implementing tailored software that meets educational institutions' specific needs will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. Moreover, businesses with a robust understanding of academic workload compliance standards and the TRAC requirements will be well-positioned to compete in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Academic Workload Planning systems support - Expressions of Interest invited

Notice Description

Departmental academic workload planning at Lancaster has to date been supported by a variety of locally constructed excel-based models. A recent internal audit report has recommended exploring a more structured approach including the option of centralised software to support the process in a way that is also compliant with the requirements of the annual TRAC (Transparent Approach to Costing) submission to the Office for Students. The primary objective of this tender is to find a supplier to consider the availability and appropriateness of a software system to support academic workload planning for each academic department using consistent underlying principles but allowing for flexibility for necessary variation. Implementation support and guidance would also be required to ensure maximum benefit could be obtained by departments whilst ensuring compliance with the University's workload principles and compliance with TRAC requirements. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92e0643b-7d7e-433b-af73-30963d98ac08
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

48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package

48451000 - Enterprise resource planning software package

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2019 - 1 Sep 2020 1-2 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
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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