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Contract for the Services of Modis International to the University of Birmingham

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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19 Jun 2025 at 14:31

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham, a sub-central government public authority located in Birmingham, is the buying organisation for the contract awarded to Modis International Limited. This procurement process, identified by ocid "ocds-h6vhtk-055031", involves the hiring of Modis International's specialised services to provide high-calibre interim technologists with experience in the Higher Education domain. The tender falls under the category of IT services, including consulting, software development, Internet, and support, with a contract period from 30th June 2025 to 21st January 2026. The procurement stage has been completed with a direct award method, reflecting an expedited need for resources with specific expertise, bypassing traditional procurement channels due to strategic continuity requirements.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in the Higher Education sector. Large businesses like Modis International, which already have experience with the University's systems, are best suited for such opportunities, given the necessity for immediate contributions. The direct award and the continuity with an existing supplier suggest that new entrants would need substantial domain knowledge and readiness to integrate swiftly into the University's existing frameworks. Such tenders are ideal for firms that can demonstrate strategic partnerships and domain-focused competencies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the Services of Modis International to the University of Birmingham

Notice Description

Modis International were engaged due to their specialism in, and ability to, provide high calibre interim technologists with Higher Education (HE) domain experience at short notice; something a more generalising recruitment partner would not be able to do. The urgency of the planning and demand horizons for these resources meant that the usual procurement processes could not be followed and Modis already have experience of working with The University of Birmingham (UoB). Modis have provided resources with knowledge and familiarity with UoB's systems and processes to allow for immediate and effective contributions, which would not be possible with a new provider. The time required to bring another supplier up to this level of understanding would be significant, leading to delays in the initiatives timeline(s) and associated impact on milestones. Retaining this partnership ensures continuity and minimises the time loss that would otherwise be incurred through an extensive onboarding and training period with a new vendor.

Procurement Information

Modis International were engaged due to their specialism in, and ability to, provide high calibre interim technologists with Higher Education (HE) domain experience at short notice; something a more generalising recruitment partner would not be able to do. The urgency of the planning and demand horizons for these resources meant that the usual procurement processes could not be followed and Modis already have experience of working with The University of Birmingham (UoB). Modis have provided resources with knowledge and familiarity with UoB's systems and processes to allow for immediate and effective contributions, which would not be possible with a new provider. The time required to bring another supplier up to this level of understanding would be significant, leading to delays in the initiatives timeline(s) and associated impact on milestones. Retaining this partnership ensures continuity and minimises the time loss that would otherwise be incurred through an extensive onboarding and training period with a new vendor.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055031
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033785-2025
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
SME
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£153,750 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2025 - 21 Jan 2026 6-12 months
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

MODIS INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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