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MATLAB Full Suite Academic Total Headcount

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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03 Mar 2026 at 15:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process was led by The University of Birmingham, a public authority in sub-central government, located in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The process titled "MATLAB Full Suite Academic Total Headcount" aims to procure software package and information systems under the CPV category 48000000. The process is now in the award stage since March 2026, with the tender having been completed for the upcoming academic year from 1st September 2024 to 31st August 2025. The procurement method used was "Below threshold - unknown," and the contract, valued at £136,774 exclusive of VAT, was signed on 11th August 2024, becoming active on 13th August 2024.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for software and IT service providers, specifically targeting those who can supply comprehensive software suites applicable to academic environments. Businesses that specialise in educational software or have a strong track record with academic institutions may find this tender particularly advantageous. The Mathworks Limited, the supplier chosen for this contract, exemplifies the type of organisation well-positioned to benefit from such contracts due to their experience and scale as an SME in the software industry. Engaging in contracts like this can assist businesses in expanding their clientele in the academic sector, leveraging their expertise to foster growth and establish long-term relationships with trusted educational bodies like The University of Birmingham.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MATLAB Full Suite Academic Total Headcount

Notice Description

MATLAB Full Suite Academic Total Headcount (01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2025)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06613b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019077-2026
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
£136,774 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2024 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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 MATHWORKS

Further Information

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