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Training Platform

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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11 Jun 2025 at 13:34

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham, acting as the buying organisation, has completed a procurement process titled "Training Platform" under the industry category of e-learning services, located in Birmingham, UK. This tender employed a direct award procurement method to LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company to supply LinkedIn Learning integrated into the University's Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). The contract, with a gross amount of £487,800, is in the award stage with completion slated. Key dates include a contract period from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2028, with a future signature date scheduled for 23rd June 2025. The procurement was deemed necessary to maintain strategic objectives and enhance the student and staff development experience.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in digital education services, especially those specialising in e-learning solutions, as it signifies a direct and substantial need for expertise in integrating such services within academic environments. Companies with capabilities in supporting organisational training requirements, particularly those familiar with higher education settings, would find themselves well-suited to compete and offer value. By fostering a seamless digital learning ecosystem, like the LinkedIn Learning platform offered by LinkedIn Ireland, these companies can tap into the growing demand for tailored educational and training solutions that can enhance employability and professional growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Training Platform

Notice Description

The University of Birmingham utilises LinkedIn Learning to provide comprehensive access to an extensive library of training videos, empowering both students and staff to enhance their professional development and acquire micro credentials. For students, this platform serves as a valuable resource to enhance their employment prospects following graduation. Completed training courses appear on students LinkedIn profiles as well as any micro credentials they have completed. For staff, LinkedIn Learning facilitates skill enhancement within their current roles and serves as a training tool to support their career progression.

Procurement Information

The LinkedIn Learning system is integrated into the University's Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), ensuring a seamless learning experience. LinkedIn Learning is used across various university departments. Links are embedded within VLE courses for students, while the Library employs it to deliver training, student placement recommends LinkedIn Learning courses to students to improve employment search. Furthermore, individual managers leverage LinkedIn Learning to provide specialised training to their teams, addressing specific areas such as advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency. The University's recruitment literature prominently highlights the access to LinkedIn Learning as an incentive for students to pursue their studies at the University. The removal or replacement of LinkedIn Learning would have a detrimental impact on the University's immediate strategic objectives. It would directly affect the staff and student experience, necessitating substantial time and staff resourcing.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0546c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031558-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£406,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@bham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LINKEDIN IRELAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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