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Learning System in support of Apprenticeships

University of Portsmouth

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29 May 2026 at 16:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation has completed a procurement process concerning the renewal of its critical learning system to support apprenticeships. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" and took place within the UKJ region. The process was conducted using a limited procurement method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, facilitated through the GCA GCloud 14 selection process. The contract, valued at £400,000, was awarded on 9th May 2026 to Aptem Limited, a company classified as an SME. The tender process has been marked as complete, with the contract status currently active.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the software and information systems sector, especially those offering comprehensive solutions for education and apprenticeship support. SMEs experienced in delivering software packages within public sector procurement frameworks, such as the GCloud, would find similar opportunities beneficial for growth and expanding their market presence. Collaborative ventures or consortia with expertise in educational technology could be well-suited to compete in future tenders involving critical infrastructure for educational institutions like universities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Learning System in support of Apprenticeships

Notice Description

The University has a requirement to renew its critical learning system in support of apprenticeships.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University has a requirement to renew its critical learning system in support of apprenticeships.

Procurement Information

Direct Award via GCA GCloud 14 selection process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a946
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050993-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£400,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Portsmouth
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2EG
Postcode Area
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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Aptem Ltd

Further Information

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