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IDM Specialist Resource Services

UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

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10 Mar 2026 at 08:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for IDM Specialist Resource Services was conducted by the University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation, located at University House, Portsmouth. This tender falls under the industry category of IT services, specifically consulting, software development, internet and support. The procurement stage is complete, having reached the award stage which was dated on 10th March 2026. The contract was signed on 28th January 2026, commencing on 2nd February 2026 and concluding on 30th April 2026. The consulting services are focused on finalising HR-IDM interface tasks, providing consultancy on IDM platforms, assisting in identity reporting and maintaining documentation for knowledge transfer.

VIRTUS 7 LTD, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in London, was awarded the contract worth £52,164, showcasing an opportunity for SME growth within the IT consulting industry. This contract can serve as a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in identity management services, consultancy, and IT support to expand their footprint within the public sector, particularly those looking to engage with higher education institutions. The procurement process, carried out below the threshold, indicates potential accessibility for SMEs to compete effectively in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

IDM Specialist Resource Services

Notice Description

To provide the services to be responsible for performing the following tasks / deliverables: Finalise the completion of tasks created by the implementation of an HR-IDM automated interface. Provide professional consultancy and hands-on support in relation to our IDM platforms. Assist with creating reports on Identity information, as required. Maintain relevant documentation and provide knowledge transfer to Customer personnel.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0665e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021146-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£52,164 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 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
UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2UP
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIRTUS 7

Further Information

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