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National Literacy Trust

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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03 Mar 2026 at 14:18

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a contract awarded by The University of Birmingham involved the acquisition of a training software package, titled "National Literacy Trust," under the goods category. The procurement was completed through a below-threshold, unknown method, and the contract was signed on 24 October 2024. The delivery will take place within the United Kingdom, with the contract period spanning from 25 October 2024 to 31 August 2025. The contracting authority, The University of Birmingham, operates as a public authority within sub-central government. The National Literacy Trust was granted the award as the supplier, with the contract holding an active status as of 3 March 2026.

This tender presents notable business growth opportunities for entities engaged in developing training software packages. Particularly, SMEs with expertise in educational software would thrive in such competitive environments, given the specific industry needs. The involvement of The National Literacy Trust as a supplier emphasises the potential for collaboration with renowned institutions, thus enhancing market credibility and networking possibilities for businesses adept in technology-driven education solutions. Companies that can provide efficient training software with robust functionality will be well-placed to leverage similar opportunities in future procurements.

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Notice Title

National Literacy Trust

Notice Description

National Literacy Trust, as per SSA process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066102
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019002-2026
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

48931000 - Training software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
24 Oct 2024 - 31 Aug 2025 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
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

THE NATIONAL LITERACY TRUST

Further Information

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