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Unibuddy student engagement platform

THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON

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20 May 2025 at 14:22

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London involves the award of a contract titled "Unibuddy student engagement platform". This contract is within the services industry, specifically subscription services, offering a peer-to-peer platform for higher education institutions. The contract was awarded to Unibuddy Limited, a small to medium enterprise (SME), following a direct procurement method deemed below the threshold for competition. The contract commencement date is 26th April 2025, and it is set to conclude on 25th April 2026, thus spanning a year with an agreed gross value of £54,280.79 GBP. The contractual obligations were fully realized as of 23rd April 2025, aligning with the stages of completion and activation.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the digital services and higher education sectors. Companies that provide innovative tech solutions, particularly those facilitating communication and engagement in educational settings, are likely to find similar opportunities beneficial for business expansion. The use of a direct procurement method without competition indicates a niche segment where unique solutions can lead to direct contracts, fostering growth for SMEs capable of providing targeted and effective platforms for peer interaction and support in education. The engagement with a public-sector entity like the City of London highlights potential scalability and credibility for businesses aiming to enter or expand in governmental or educational domains.

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Notice Title

Unibuddy student engagement platform

Notice Description

Unibuddy student engagement platform for higher education institutions. Unibuddy is a peer-to-peer platform that connects prospective students with current student ambassadors and alumni, enabling them to gain authentic insights into university life and make informed decisions about higher education.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05191e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023358-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,280 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
25 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
blake.summers@cityoflondon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
020 7606 3030

Buyer Location

Locality
CITY OF LONDON
Postcode
EC2P 2EJ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Clerkenwell
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIBUDDY

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