Award

Software Support Cover

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Award

16 Feb 2026 at 12:16

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has awarded a contract titled "Software Support Cover," classified under software-related services, to Xn Leisure Systems Ltd. The procurement process follows a direct procurement method conducted below the threshold without competition, emphasizing efficiency and speed in selection. The contract, valued at GBP 48,876, spans from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2026, with all processes completed by 16th February 2026. Taking place in Exeter, United Kingdom, the procurement stage is complete, allowing the University to focus on its core activities, potentially enhancing operational reliability through improved software support services, pivotal for maintaining their digital infrastructure.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for SMEs specialising in software services, particularly those with experience in academic institutions. Xn Leisure Systems Ltd has successfully secured the contract, indicating that enterprises with innovative solutions in software support, maintenance, or consultancy are likely to thrive in this competitive environment. The demand for reliable and efficient services to support digital transformation initiatives is growing, making this sector highly lucrative. Businesses keen on similar opportunities should align their offerings with the specific needs of public undertakings, maximising their potential to secure contracts in technology and service delivery realms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Software Support Cover

Notice Description

Software Support Cover from 01.08.25 to 31.07.26

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0654c1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013796-2026
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

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,876 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 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

Buyer & Supplier

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

XN LEISURE SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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