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Nvivo Plus Site License

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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27 Aug 2025 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia, a sub-central government public authority, has completed a procurement process for an Nvivo Plus Site License to aid in qualitative data analysis. This procurement, located primarily in Norwich, United Kingdom, falls under the industry category of goods, specifically concerning database software and license management services. The process was carried out via direct procurement, without a competitive element, concluded in July 2025, with a contract period extending from August 2025 to the end of July 2029. The total contract value is estimated at £68,166, with the supplier identified as JISC, a significant player headquartered in Bristol.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses focusing on software solutions and services related to database management and licensing to explore prospects in the academic sector. Companies that deliver quality software solutions or specialise in educational and research support tools would find this procurement process appealing. Although the procurement method in this case did not involve competition, understanding the needs and specifications of similar organisations can provide businesses with the insights needed to tailor their offerings and approach for future opportunities in these markets.

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Notice Title

Nvivo Plus Site License

Notice Description

The UEA requires a tool for qualitive data analysis, designed to assist researchers make sense of complex, unstructured information. An agreement is in place for this product until July 2029.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058e7a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051556-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48611000 - Database software package

72212218 - License management software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£68,166 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@uea.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JISC

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