This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

24 Jul 2026 at 08:45

Award

23 Jun 2026 at 12:15

Tender

26 Feb 2026 at 13:48

Summary of the contracting process

Swansea University has awarded a contract for the design and development of online learning services under the title "SU121(26) Online Learning - Design and Development Services". The procurement, categorised under higher education services, was facilitated through an open procedure. The contract, valued at a gross amount of £1,440,000, was signed on 23rd July 2026, with Learning Mate Solutions Ltd being the successful supplier. The initial contract period is set to run from 23rd July 2026 to 23rd July 2031, with a potential extension of up to 2 additional years. The procurement process, which adhered to Welsh devolved regulations and was managed by Swansea University's Finance Department located in Swansea, was conducted under a light touch regime as per the Procurement Act 2023.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses focused on educational technology and services, particularly those specialising in higher education programme development. The requirement for a comprehensive online learning platform opens avenues for large-scale companies with proven expertise in educational innovation and the capability to deliver significant technical solutions. Businesses able to provide robust design, development, and quick deployment of online postgraduate courses are strategically positioned to benefit from such collaborations with educational institutions. Given the project's scale, large companies with extensive resources and technical know-how will likely find this a lucrative opportunity to expand their influence and partnerships in the realm of online education services.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SU121(26) Online Learning - Design and Development Services

Notice Description

To development and execute comprehensive design and development services for online learning programmes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065d16
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070040-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2026 - 23 Jul 2026 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SWANSEA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA2 8PP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Sketty
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEARNING MATE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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