Award

PURCH2843 Provision of Assistive Technology

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Mar 2026 at 14:41

Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 15:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was led by the University of Glasgow, situated in the region of Glasgow (UKM82), United Kingdom, for the award of the contract titled "PURCH2843 Provision of Assistive Technology". This contract falls under the industry category of Office and computing machinery, equipment, and supplies otherwise known for providing goods, specifically assistive technology. The procurement method was selective, involving a competitive procedure with negotiation, culminating in the award stage on 19th March 2026. The contract, valued at £1,260,000, was signed on 16th March 2026 and was awarded to Sight and Sound Technology. The process included a tender stage with a submission deadline on 12th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers specialising in computer equipment, software packages, and information systems, particularly those providing assistive technologies. It encourages engagement from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), offering a framework agreement with possibilities for two extensions. Suitable businesses are those that can offer robust and up-to-date assistive equipment along with customised solutions for individual student needs, thereby demonstrating quality through innovative approaches, sustainability, and added value. The competitive criteria favoured suppliers capable of meeting stringent requirements, implementing efficient management practices, and providing comprehensive community benefits, including employment opportunities and supply chain development activities.

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Notice Title

PURCH2843 Provision of Assistive Technology

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2843 Provision of Assistive Technology

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2843 Provision of Framework Agreement for Assistive Technology

Renewal: 2 options to extend for 12 months each

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ea6f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025265-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48190000 - Educational software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,260,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIGHT AND SOUND TECHNOLOGY

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