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EDT Clearing Complete Package 2025

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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03 Mar 2026 at 14:17

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham, a public authority and sub-central government entity located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, has completed the contractual process for the "EDT Clearing Complete Package 2025." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically involving software packages and information systems. The contractual award is with UCAS Media Ltd, positioned in Cheltenham. The package was acquired through a "Below threshold - unknown" method, with the procurement stage marked as complete. Key contractual dates include the award signing on 19th March 2025, with the contract's operational period extending from 20th March 2025 to 29th August 2025. The gross value of the contract is £117,600, while the net amount is £98,000, with the contract being active as of March 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the software package and information systems sector, particularly for SMEs like UCAS Media Ltd, who successfully secured this contract. Companies specialising in IT solutions and software development with the capacity to deliver goods and services efficiently would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts commissioned by educational institutions. Engaging in such tender offers a promising path for business growth through collaboration with academic establishments, opening avenues to enhance visibility and reputation within the public sector. Additionally, similar procurement processes might provide a stepping stone for expansion in the UK market, particularly within the educational domain.

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Notice Title

EDT Clearing Complete Package 2025

Notice Description

EDT Clearing Complete Package 2025, as per SSA process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0660ff
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018998-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
£98,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
20 Mar 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UCAS MEDIA

Further Information

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