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SafeZone

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

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15 May 2026 at 11:19

Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff University has completed a procurement process for the "SafeZone" mobile phone app, classified under software package and information systems. This process, initiated on 15th May 2026, involves the purchase of goods through a limited procurement method without prior publication of a call for competition, specifically a call off from the Government Framework (GCloud). The awarding of the contract to CriticalArc Limited signifies the transition to the award stage. The procurement is being executed within the region designated as UKL, particularly focusing on enhancing educational facilities. The contract, valued at GBP 166,503, was signed on 14th May 2026, further demonstrating a prompt progression from tender to award within a span of two days.

This tender presents business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in software solutions delivered on cloud-based platforms. As the procurement was conducted through a Government Framework, businesses already part of or entering such frameworks are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. An environment where public sector projects are awarded without the need for open competition emphasizes the importance of establishing strong connections within governmental procurement departments and pre-existing frameworks. Given the sector's focus, companies developing innovative software systems or possessing unique technology solutions could leverage this contract to bolster their market presence and pursue further collaborations within the education and public sector.

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Notice Title

SafeZone

Notice Description

SafeZone Mobile Phone App

Procurement Information

Call off from Government Framework (GCloud)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0699e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044868-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£166,503 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 4HQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CRITICALARC

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