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Project Coordinator

UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

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29 Apr 2026 at 19:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the role titled 'Project Coordinator' has been completed by the University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation. Categorised under project management consultancy services, the assignment involved assisting project managers in various coordination tasks. Located within the UK's South East region, the contract was awarded without competition, below the threshold required for competitive tendering. Key dates include the contract start on 28th April 2026 and its end on 26th July 2026, with the contract being signed on 27th April 2026. The procedure reached the award stage with VIRTUS 7 LTD appointed as the supplier.

This procurement represents an opportunity for SMEs specialising in project management consultancy services to enhance their business portfolios, particularly in sectors requiring project coordination. The direct procurement method signifies potential openings for firms to provide niche services without the need for extensive competitive bidding. Businesses that possess capabilities in tracking project tasks, managing stakeholder engagements, and ensuring compliance with data protection standards could be well-suited for similar future tenders managed by public authorities like the University of Portsmouth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project Coordinator

Notice Description

The University has awarded a Contract to provide the services of a Project Coordinator who's responsible for assisting project managers in tracking and closing remaining tasks and deliverables, coordinating meetings, workshops, and follow-ups with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring that all programme information is accurately recorded and maintained in compliance with data protection and confidentiality requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068e9f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039545-2026
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

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,900 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 26 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

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 2EB
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
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIRTUS 7

Further Information

Notice Documents

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