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Form ID 653

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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08 Sep 2025 at 08:29

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process conducted by the University of East Anglia, identified by OCID "ocds-h6vhtk-059573," involves the delivery of creative outputs for expressing historical experiences of diverse populations as part of GRTHM events. This contract falls under the services category, specifically for communication and multimedia software development. Based in Norwich, the University operates as a sub-central government public authority. The procurement method was direct and conducted below threshold without competition. The contract was signed on 14th August 2025, began on 1st September 2025, and is scheduled to conclude by 30th November 2027, with a total gross amount of £116,160. Rural Media Charity, located in Hereford, has been awarded the contract, indicative of an active award stage.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the creative, communication, and software development sectors, particularly those specialising in cultural and historical media projects. Collaborating on this project could enhance business prospects by associating with nationally renowned platforms and broadening expertise in diverse cultural expressions. It is a strategic opportunity for businesses wanting to expand their portfolio and engage in meaningful societal contributions through digital media. Such collaborations with a reputable institution like the University of East Anglia can also enhance credibility and visibility within the sector, fostering future business growth.

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Notice Title

Form ID 653

Notice Description

In combination with the AHRC Project team, this supplier will deliver creative outputs expressing diverse historical experiences of populations for GRTHM events and activities, and to host all digital outputs on a nationally-renowned GRT-focussed website.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059573
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054504-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212500 - Communication and multimedia software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£116,160 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 30 Nov 2027 2-3 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

RURAL MEDIA CHARITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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