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SITs Support Contract

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

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20 Mar 2026 at 11:30

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire has successfully completed a procurement process for a contract titled "SITs Support Contract." This project falls under the software package and information systems, and repair and maintenance services categories. The process, characterised by a limited competition method, culminated in awarding the contract on 20th March 2026. PACT SOLUTIONS LTD, located in Bristol, has been selected as the supplier for this advisory engagement, which includes technical design authority, architecture review, and code assurance services. Although operating below the threshold, this procurement covered regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The contract period is set from 23rd March 2026 to 23rd June 2026.

This tender presents notable opportunities for companies specialising in software development and technical advisory services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Businesses experienced in providing technical architecture and code assurance can find growth potential by forming partnerships with educational institutions like the University of Bedfordshire. The procurement process invites organisations capable of delivering high-quality development support through limited competition, making it ideal for firms looking to expand their reach in the academic sector. SME suppliers have a crucial role, thanks to the bespoke nature of services required, signifying valuable collaboration potential.

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Notice Title

SITs Support Contract

Notice Description

This is an advisory engagement providing technical design authority, architecture review, and code assurance. All development activity will be undertaken by our internal development team. Bids submitted via RFQ

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06701e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025664-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 23 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 3JU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PACT SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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