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UK-Bradford: Software package and information systems

UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD

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10 Feb 2026 at 11:54

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bradford has completed a procurement process for a "Research Information System" under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems. This procurement, identified by the title "UK-Bradford: Software package and information systems," was carried out through the Digital Marketplace - G-Cloud 14 RM1557.14 framework. It involved acquiring a system to enhance data management related to research activities, including progress tracking, grant lifecycle monitoring, and preparation of Research Excellence Framework (REF) submissions. The contract, valued at £251,768, was awarded to Elsevier B.V. on 13th November 2025, with a start date of 1st February 2026 and an end date of 31st January 2029, extendable by up to 24 months. The awarded contract stands within the below-threshold category, with the procurement process marked complete as of 10th February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the software and information systems sector, specifically those focusing on academic institutions and research data management systems. Companies capable of providing robust solutions for data analysis, report generation, and research management will find this contract relevant for expansion into the educational sector, particularly with sub-central government entities. The procurement methodology employed provides a streamlined path for large enterprises like Elsevier B.V. to collaborate with educational buyers, potentially opening doors for future partnerships through such frameworks as G-Cloud. Businesses oriented towards offering scalable and integrative software solutions would be well-positioned to compete in similar tenders, promising considerable growth potential in serving the academic and research communities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK-Bradford: Software package and information systems

Notice Description

Provision of a Research Information System to support the University with data management in relation to research and associated activities. Report creation, analysis and tracking of research progress, grant lifecycle monitoring and supporting with the preparation of REF submissions. Procured, evaluated and shortlisted through Digital Marketplace - G-Cloud 14 RM1557.14

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064c4a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011788-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£251,768 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@bradford.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD7 1DP
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELSEVIER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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