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Phoenix Software Support

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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31 Mar 2026 at 13:33

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed the procurement process for the "Phoenix Software Support," which consists of a managed support package for Phoenix Software. The tender was initiated directly and below the threshold, without competition, within the services category. The contract, valued at £51,300 net, or £61,560 gross, commenced on 28th August 2025 and is set to conclude on 22nd August 2026. This process unfolds in the United Kingdom, primarily located in the UKK4 region, and addresses the need for software support services under the classification code 72261000.

This tender offers notable opportunities for companies engaged in the provision of software support services, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like Pervade Software Limited. Being awarded without competition due to the direct procurement method, it presents an advantageous position for businesses looking to partner with government entities and expand their service offerings. Companies with experience in delivering robust software management solutions and those interested in public authority partnerships would find themselves well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes in the future. The University of Exeter's commitment to such initiatives demonstrates an emphasis on maintaining high standards in software support, paving the way for increased business growth for capable suppliers.

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Notice Title

Phoenix Software Support

Notice Description

Managed support package for Phoenix Software

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06795f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029765-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,300 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20257 months ago
Contract Period
27 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2026 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
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PERVADE SOFTWARE

Further Information

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