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24 Apr 2026 at 09:56

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria has completed a direct award procurement for the IoH Ambulance Parafolio Software, which supports their Paramedic Apprenticeship programmes. This contract was awarded to Class Publishing Limited, recognised as the sole provider of necessary clinical guidelines and e-portfolio platforms for UK Ambulance Services. The contract is valued at £289,000 and covers the period from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2029, with potential renewals extending up to 31st May 2031. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category, involves specialised software solutions, and is based in Cumbria, United Kingdom, with contract documentation last published on 1st June 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the development of bespoke software and information systems, particularly those specialising in e-portfolios and clinical frameworks. Companies with expertise in providing comprehensive e-solutions for healthcare education and training institutions could find this tender particularly relevant. As it is a direct award, firms should focus on offering unique, specialised services that meet the specific requirements of educational and healthcare bodies, similar to the offerings of Class Publishing Limited, which benefits from its established niche and proven track record.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

IoH Ambulance Parafolio Software

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria delivers Paramedic Apprenticeship programmes which require apprentice learners to maintain an e-portfolio in line with the relevant Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSBs) and clinical framework and require a supplier to provide the relevant bespoke e portfolio.

Procurement Information

This supplier is the sole provider of clinical guidelines and e portfolio platforms to all UK Ambulance Services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068a77
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051261-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
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
£240,833 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£240,833 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 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 CUMBRIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLASS PUBLISHING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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