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Additional Consultancy

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND

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21 May 2026 at 14:56

Summary of the contracting process

The University of the West of England has concluded a procurement process titled "Additional Consultancy" for the DNA Phase 3 project Extension, focusing on data transformation resources until December 2026. The main procurement category is services, specifically information technology services, under the industry classification CPV 72222300. Located at Frenchay Campus, Bristol, the buyer represents a public authority under sub-central government. The procurement method utilised was direct, conducted below threshold without competition, leading to an active award and contract with SIMPSON ASSOCIATES INFORMATION SERVICES LIMITED on 1st May 2026. The contract, valued at £77,000 with a gross amount of £92,400, has a short performance period from 1st to 2nd May 2026.

This procurement presents opportunities for IT service providers, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), specialising in consultancy and data transformation services. Businesses equipped with the expertise in handling IT projects could find such tenders beneficial for expanding their portfolio and establishing long-term relationships with public sector entities. Given the direct procurement method, this process may favour firms with a well-established reputation and proven track record in delivering high-quality services under tight timelines. The project's requirement for data transformation resources suggests a demand for businesses proficient in managing complex data-driven initiatives.

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Notice Title

Additional Consultancy

Notice Description

Additional Consultancy DNA Phase 3 project Extension - Data Transformation Resource for Geraint Edwards until December 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069fbc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047302-2026
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

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£77,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 2 May 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1QY
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIMPSON ASSOCIATES INFORMATION SERVICES

Further Information

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