Tender

Prior Information Notice - Timetabling and Scheduling

UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

04 Aug 2022 at 14:48

Planning

04 Aug 2022 at 14:36

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is initiating a procurement process for Timetabling and Scheduling solutions, with a focus on software packages and information systems. This tender is currently in the planned stage, and responses to a market research questionnaire are due by 22nd September 2022. The procurement exercise began in August 2022, and aims to gauge supplier interest and refine the university's procurement strategy. The primary contact for this process is located at John Owens Building, Oxford Road, Manchester, with further details available on the university's procurement website.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in educational software or information systems, especially those that can provide innovative timetabling and scheduling solutions. Companies interested in competing should be prepared to engage in discussions during the soft market testing phase, which could lead to fruitful partnerships with the University of Manchester. This is particularly relevant for suppliers looking to expand their footprint in the education sector, leveraging the university's reputation and connections.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

D3 Tenders Premium

Win More Public Sector Contracts

AI-powered tender discovery, pipeline management, and market intelligence — everything you need to grow your public sector business.

Notice Title

Prior Information Notice - Timetabling and Scheduling

Notice Description

The University plans to undertake a procurement exercise starting in August 2022 for the provision of Timetabling & Scheduling solutions. As part of this procurement exercise, we are undertaking soft market testing with potential providers. This market research enquiry is in the form of a questionnaire and the responses received will assist the University ascertain supplier level interest and further develop its requirements and procurement strategy for this initiative. The University may also undertake further discussions with suppliers who have expressed an interest to develop its understanding of the supply market and product capability. Response to this market research by 22 August 2022

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University plans to undertake a procurement exercise starting in August 2022 for the provision of Timetabling & Scheduling solutions. As part of this procurement exercise, we are undertaking soft market testing with potential providers. This market research enquiry is in the form of a questionnaire and the responses received will assist the University ascertain supplier level interest and further develop its requirements and procurement strategy for this initiative. The University may also undertake further discussions with suppliers who have expressed an interest to develop its understanding of the supply market and product capability. Response to this market research by 22 August 2022 Additional information: Additional Information on how to apply: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-035903
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021452-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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

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
4 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jan 2023Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@manchester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1612758857

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
TLD33 Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-035903-2022-08-04T15:48:46+01:00",
    "date": "2022-08-04T15:48:46+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-035903",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "2022/1930/TTSC/PR/MW",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "32014L0024",
            "scheme": "CELEX"
        },
        "title": "Prior Information Notice - Timetabling and Scheduling",
        "status": "planned",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "48000000",
            "description": "Software package and information systems"
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "goods",
        "description": "The University plans to undertake a procurement exercise starting in August 2022 for the provision of Timetabling & Scheduling solutions. As part of this procurement exercise, we are undertaking soft market testing with potential providers. This market research enquiry is in the form of a questionnaire and the responses received will assist the University ascertain supplier level interest and further develop its requirements and procurement strategy for this initiative. The University may also undertake further discussions with suppliers who have expressed an interest to develop its understanding of the supply market and product capability. Response to this market research by 22 August 2022",
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "description": "The University plans to undertake a procurement exercise starting in August 2022 for the provision of Timetabling & Scheduling solutions. As part of this procurement exercise, we are undertaking soft market testing with potential providers. This market research enquiry is in the form of a questionnaire and the responses received will assist the University ascertain supplier level interest and further develop its requirements and procurement strategy for this initiative. The University may also undertake further discussions with suppliers who have expressed an interest to develop its understanding of the supply market and product capability. Response to this market research by 22 August 2022 Additional information: Additional Information on how to apply: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/",
                "status": "planned"
            }
        ],
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "48190000",
                        "description": "Educational software package"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UKD33"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryLocation": {
                    "description": "The University of Manchester"
                },
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "communication": {
            "futureNoticeDate": "2023-01-01T00:00:00Z"
        },
        "coveredBy": [
            "GPA"
        ],
        "amendments": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "unstructuredChanges": [
                    {
                        "oldValue": {
                            "date": "2022-08-22"
                        },
                        "newValue": {
                            "date": "2022-09-22T12:00:00+01:00"
                        },
                        "where": {
                            "section": "II.1.4"
                        }
                    }
                ],
                "description": "Please note the return date is 22nd September 2022"
            }
        ]
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-FTS-8957",
            "name": "UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER",
                "noIdentifierRationale": "notOnAnyRegister"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Room G010,John Owens Building, Oxford Road",
                "locality": "MANCHESTER",
                "region": "UKD33",
                "postalCode": "M139PL",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "telephone": "+44 1612758857",
                "email": "procurement@manchester.ac.uk",
                "url": "https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "https://www.staffnet.manchester.ac.uk/procurement/",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "TED_CA_TYPE",
                        "id": "BODY_PUBLIC",
                        "description": "Body governed by public law"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "COFOG",
                        "id": "09",
                        "description": "Education"
                    }
                ]
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-FTS-8957",
        "name": "UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER"
    },
    "language": "en"
}