Planning

UOW987 - LMS & Staff Training Courses

UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER

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Planning

15 May 2026 at 14:24

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Worcester is in the planning stage for a procurement process entitled "UOW987 - LMS & Staff Training Courses" within the goods category, particularly focusing on training software and e-learning services. This project is located in Worcester, UK, and aims to enhance the university's commitment to staff development through a comprehensive Learning Management System (LMS). Interested suppliers are invited to partake in preliminary market engagement, with a deadline for submitting the relevant questionnaire by 12th June 2026. The contract period for the selected solution is scheduled from 1st November 2026 to 31st October 2030, offering a significant opportunity for the successful contractor to partner with a prestigious institution and support its growth in fostering lifelong learning.

This procurement presents numerous opportunities for businesses specializing in learning management systems and training software. Companies with innovative, robust technological solutions that can integrate seamlessly with existing systems and offer tailored e-learning services will be highly competitive. The project aligns well with providers who are experienced in delivering large-scale, reliable LMS platforms that facilitate diverse training programs. Engaging in this contract will not only provide a stable and potentially long-term relationship with the University of Worcester but will also enhance a supplier's portfolio by contributing to an institution focused on advancing educational and staff development initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UOW987 - LMS & Staff Training Courses

Notice Description

The University of Worcester (UW) is committed to supporting and promoting staff development and training for all members of staff. It aspires to create and sustain a culture of lifelong learning for both staff and students. UW is currently reviewing the market and invites expressions of interest from suppliers capable of providing a Learning Management System (LMS) together with specific staff training modules. The University is seeking an integrated solution that delivers a robust LMS platform capable of supporting a range of training courses, as identified by UW.

Planning Information

Interested suppliers should complete the questionnaire in Appendix A – Preliminary market engagement questionnaire and return it to the University by 12th June 2026 @10am. Completed questionnaires should be submitted using the University’s tender portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofworcester/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069a3a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045006-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

48931000 - Training software package

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR2 6AJ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
St Clement
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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