Award

FindAMasters and FindAPhD

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Award

22 Jan 2026 at 11:33

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for Cardiff University involves the award of a comprehensive service package to FindAUniversity for the maintenance and support of platforms like FindAMasters and FindAPhD, which are essential for advertising PhD opportunities globally. The procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically targeting web page editing software development services. The contract commenced on 1st February 2026 and is set to conclude on 9th November 2028, with the procurement stage marked as complete following a direct award procedure. Located in Cardiff, UK, the buying organisation, Cardiff University, leveraged Welsh devolved regulations in this award, which was finalised with a gross value of £84,240. The award notice was published on 22nd January 2026.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses within the service sector, especially those offering digital platform solutions, to enhance their visibility and portfolio. Enterprises capable of delivering web development and digital platform management services may find similar opportunities attractive, given the university’s aim to leverage comprehensive service packages for enhanced visibility in academic research programs. Additionally, this tender highlights the potential for further contracts within the education and technology sectors, making it a valuable prospect for businesses aiming to expand their services to institutions like Cardiff University.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

D3 Tenders Premium

Win More Public Sector Contracts

AI-powered tender discovery, pipeline management, and market intelligence — everything you need to grow your public sector business.

Start Free Trial Book a Demo
All Features Pricing

Notice Information

Notice Title

FindAMasters and FindAPhD

Notice Description

FindAPhD is a leading global platform for advertising PhD opportunities, connecting universities with prospective doctoral candidates worldwide. It provides a centralized hub where students can search for funded PhD projects, research programs, and scholarships across diverse disciplines. By leveraging FindAPhD, institutions can significantly enhance their visibility among a highly targeted audience of motivated researchers. As part of this procurement, Cardiff University will purchase the Recommended Package from FindAPhD. This premium option offers the most comprehensive level of service, ensuring maximum exposure for our research programs and projects. Key features include:

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060c02
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005674-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72212224 - Web page editing software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 9 Nov 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
piorczynskim@cardiff.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 4HQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FINDAUNIVERSITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-060c02-2026-01-22T11:33:47Z",
    "date": "2026-01-22T11:33:47Z",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-060c02",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-PPON-PHVT-4343-HWYR",
            "name": "Cardiff University",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                "id": "PHVT-4343-HWYR"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Procurement Services",
                "locality": "Cardiff",
                "postalCode": "CF24 4HQ",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKL22"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "PiorczynskiM@cardiff.ac.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    },
                    {
                        "id": "GB-WLS",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_DEVOLVED_REGULATIONS",
                        "description": "Welsh devolved regulations apply"
                    }
                ]
            }
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-PPON-PCZR-5166-PXXN",
            "name": "FindAUniversity",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                "id": "PCZR-5166-PXXN"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "77 Sidney Street",
                "locality": "SHEFFIELD",
                "postalCode": "S1 4RG",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKE32"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "mark.hume@findauniversity.com"
            },
            "roles": [
                "supplier"
            ],
            "details": {
                "scale": "large",
                "vcse": false
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-PPON-PHVT-4343-HWYR",
        "name": "Cardiff University"
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "CU.2075.MP",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "FindAMasters and FindAPhD",
        "description": "FindAPhD is a leading global platform for advertising PhD opportunities, connecting universities with prospective doctoral candidates worldwide. It provides a centralized hub where students can search for funded PhD projects, research programs, and scholarships across diverse disciplines. By leveraging FindAPhD, institutions can significantly enhance their visibility among a highly targeted audience of motivated researchers. As part of this procurement, Cardiff University will purchase the Recommended Package from FindAPhD. This premium option offers the most comprehensive level of service, ensuring maximum exposure for our research programs and projects. Key features include:",
        "status": "complete",
        "procurementMethod": "direct",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Below threshold - without competition",
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "status": "complete"
            }
        ]
    },
    "awards": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "title": "FindAMasters and FindAPhD",
            "status": "active",
            "date": "2025-10-10T00:00:00+01:00",
            "value": {
                "amountGross": 84240,
                "amount": 70200,
                "currency": "GBP"
            },
            "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
            "aboveThreshold": false,
            "suppliers": [
                {
                    "id": "GB-PPON-PCZR-5166-PXXN",
                    "name": "FindAUniversity"
                }
            ],
            "items": [
                {
                    "id": "1",
                    "additionalClassifications": [
                        {
                            "scheme": "CPV",
                            "id": "72212224",
                            "description": "Web page editing software development services"
                        }
                    ],
                    "deliveryAddresses": [
                        {
                            "region": "UK",
                            "country": "GB",
                            "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                        }
                    ],
                    "relatedLot": "1"
                }
            ],
            "contractPeriod": {
                "startDate": "2026-02-01T00:00:00+00:00",
                "endDate": "2028-11-09T23:59:59+00:00"
            },
            "relatedLots": [
                "1"
            ],
            "documents": [
                {
                    "id": "005674-2026",
                    "documentType": "awardNotice",
                    "noticeType": "UK6",
                    "description": "Contract award notice on Find a Tender",
                    "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005674-2026",
                    "datePublished": "2026-01-22T11:33:47Z",
                    "format": "text/html"
                }
            ],
            "milestones": [
                {
                    "id": "1",
                    "type": "futureSignatureDate",
                    "dueDate": "2026-01-23T23:59:59+00:00",
                    "status": "scheduled"
                }
            ]
        }
    ],
    "language": "en"
}