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Plus2 Software Support 2024-25

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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15 Apr 2026 at 12:55

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has concluded its procurement process titled "Plus2 Software Support 2024-25," focusing on software support services within the UK. This contract was awarded under a direct procurement method, noted as "Below threshold - without competition," and is associated with the service industry category. The contract, which is marked as complete, will commence on 11th November 2024 and end on 11th November 2025, with the legal basis supported by the legislation referenced as UKPGA 2023/54. The procurement stands in the award stage since 15th April 2026, spotlighting active involvement of relevant parties for this period.

Businesses in software support services have an opportunity for growth by providing innovative solutions and quality service as showcased by Gladstone MRM Limited, the awarded supplier. This contract, valued at £90,662.40, although below the typical competition threshold, highlights significant business traction for SMEs or organisations capable of delivering in a similar capacity, particularly those focused on services for educational institutions like universities. With the sub-central government public authority as the buyer, firms within the UK dynamic can leverage such engagements to bolster strategic relationships and expand their service portfolios.

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Notice Title

Plus2 Software Support 2024-25

Notice Description

Plus2 Software Support 2024-25, as per SSA process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068311
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034234-2026
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
£75,552 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2024 - 11 Nov 2025 1-2 years
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

GLADSTONE MRM

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