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Timetabling Package & Maintenance Syllabus Plus Software Licence

THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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07 Aug 2025 at 13:15

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria has finalised a procurement process for the provision of a timetabling package and maintenance services under the Syllabus Plus Software Licence. The contract, awarded to Scientia Limited, falls within the 'goods' category and specifically targets industry-specific software packages. Located in Cumbria, the University operates as a public authority within the sub-central government sector. This tender process, initiated as part of a below-threshold procurement, is now in the 'Award' stage, with the contract valued at £33,264.49, running from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2026.

This procurement opportunity highlights significant avenues for businesses specialising in software solutions tailored to the educational sector. Companies with expertise in software development and maintenance services that align with academic needs are well-suited to engage in similar procurement opportunities. By providing a targeted solution to educational institutions, businesses can leverage this sector to enhance their portfolio and drive growth, particularly for those positioned to provide scalable and innovative software services. This tender represents a strategic entry point for businesses aiming to expand within the public education domain in the UK.

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Notice Title

Timetabling Package & Maintenance Syllabus Plus Software Licence

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria require a supplier to provide a timetabling package (maintenance) Syllabus Plus Software Licence.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058372
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046950-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
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


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,264 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 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 UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementteam@cumbria.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCIENTIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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