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Unit4 Upgrade Support

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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23 Apr 2025 at 13:47

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sussex, based in Brighton, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process titled "Unit4 Upgrade Support," in the field of IT services, encompassing consulting, software development, internet, and support. This process falls under the category of services, with procurement conducted via a limited method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication. Initially intended for support with Unit4 stabilization required before a SAS upgrade, the process reached the award stage on 23rd April 2025, selecting Academia Ltd as the designated supplier. The contract, valued at £66,085.76, was signed on 14th April 2025. Despite some elements of the tender competition being cancelled, the contract is currently active with a specific focus on information technology services within the UK region.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT support and services, particularly those with expertise in system upgrades and software stabilization. While the procurement has been fulfilled through a direct award, other companies with similar capabilities might consider positioning themselves for future tenders by enhancing their visibility and establishing relationships with universities and similar institutions. By showcasing their expertise in IT services and demonstrating an ability to handle complex upgrade and stabilisation projects, businesses of this nature can remain competitive and poised for success in potential similar procurements. Given the limited procurement process, participating in similar direct award procurements may particularly suit larger companies equipped to meet specific and potentially unadvertised needs efficiently.

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Notice Title

Unit4 Upgrade Support

Notice Description

Support with Unit4 stabilization required prior to SAS upgrade.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Support with Unit4 stabilization required prior to SAS upgrade.

Procurement Information

SLRA Framework direct award

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050671
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016567-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£66,085 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
kasia.thomas@sussex.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
FALMER, BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACADEMIA

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