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E0HVPLL IBM COGNOS ANALYTICS

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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10 Feb 2026 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed a procurement process titled "E0HVPLL IBM COGNOS ANALYTICS," focusing on IT services, specifically consulting, software development, internet, and support. The procurement, taking place in Exeter, UK region, was conducted under the legal basis of the UKPGA 2023/54. This direct procurement method was below threshold and executed without competition. Key dates include the contract period from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2026, with the award completion confirmed on 10th February 2026. The procurement has now reached the award stage with the contract status marked as active.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT services industry, particularly those involved in software maintenance and support. The awarded supplier, Simpson Associates Information Serv Ltd, an SME located in York, serves as an example of the type of business well-suited to compete for such projects, showcasing the potential for growth by fostering partnerships with higher education institutions like the University of Exeter. Businesses equipped with expertise in analytics and software solutions, especially those aligning with IT consultancy and support, could find similar opportunities beneficial for expansion and revenue diversification.

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Notice Title

E0HVPLL IBM COGNOS ANALYTICS

Notice Description

IBM COGNOS ANALYTICS USER PER PROCESSOR VALUE UNIT (PVU) ANNUAL SW SUBSCRIPTION & SUPPORT RENEWAL x 280 01/08/2025-31/07/2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064cd1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011980-2026
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

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,782 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-operations@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIMPSON ASSOCIATES INFORMATION SERV

Further Information

Notice Documents

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