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Virtual Lab and Software Repository Platform

ST MARY'S UNIVERSITY, TWICKENHAM

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15 Aug 2025 at 14:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Virtual Lab and Software Repository Platform" was conducted by St Mary's University, Twickenham, a public authority functioning at the sub-central government level. The procurement falls under the industry category of software package and information systems, and it is located in Twickenham, United Kingdom. This process, identified as a direct award for the renewal of an essential educational tool, was completed on 15th August 2025, with a contract period from 31st August 2025 to 30th August 2026. The procurement method utilised was below threshold and without competition, focusing on goods in accordance with UKPGA 2023/54 legal basis.

This procurement offers opportunities for businesses in the software and information systems industry, particularly those able to provide specific platforms tailored for academic use. The awarded supplier, Academia Limited, an SME based in Hemel Hempstead, highlights the potential for similar enterprises to engage in specialised solutions that meet precise requirements of educational institutions. Businesses with expertise in developing and maintaining niche software platforms that cater to higher education settings or similar sectors are well-positioned to seek such opportunities, enhancing their growth prospects within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Virtual Lab and Software Repository Platform

Notice Description

Renewal of Virtual Lab and Software Repository Platform, is heavily used in teaching of specific courses. Market testing at this stage would offer no added value as this is the only solution which meets all our requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058928
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049228-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£52,894 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
30 Aug 2025 - 30 Aug 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
ST MARY'S UNIVERSITY, TWICKENHAM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@stmarys.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TWICKENHAM
Postcode
TW1 4SX
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
South Twickenham
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACADEMIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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