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SOTERweb License

THE OPEN UNIVERSITY

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04 Aug 2025 at 08:37

Summary of the contracting process

The Open University, a public authority within sub-central government, has completed the award stage of its procurement process for the "SOTERweb License," involving software services and IT consultancy. The contract has been won by Montgomery & Coupers Ltd, a large enterprise based in Leeds. This tender falls under the industry categories of Software Packages and Information Systems, as well as IT Services. The initial contract term spans from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028, with potential extensions up to 31st July 2030, contingent upon mutual agreement. Although the procurement was below the threshold, the financial arrangement involves a gross amount of £16,163,208 inclusive of VAT, with the net amount being £1,346,934.

This opportunity for the acquisition and deployment of comprehensive IT solutions presents significant business growth prospects for enterprises specialising in software development and information systems. Businesses proficient in providing scalable software solutions and consultancy services are particularly well-positioned to benefit from such contracts, showcasing their capability to enhance digital education platforms. Organisations like Montgomery & Coupers Ltd exemplify suitability due to its proven expertise and scale, allowing them to fulfil expansive licensing needs required by major educational institutions.

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Notice Title

SOTERweb License

Notice Description

SOTERweb Complete SOFTWARE (unlimited licenses for staff, students and contractors to all modules (including future developments). 161,632.08 (inc VAT)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056bf6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045492-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,346,934 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
finance-tenders@open.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK7 6AA
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Monkston
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MONTGOMERY & COUPERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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