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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford has completed the contracting phase for its "STUDIOSITY LEARNING SUPPORT PROGRAM," focusing on software package and information systems. This procurement falls within the goods category and involves the integration of AI-powered learning support via Blackboard, aimed at enhancing academic and study skills for its undergraduate students. The contract, valued at £28,800, leverages a direct procurement method without competition due to its below-threshold status. The award, active from 12th June 2026, was granted to Studiosity Pty Ltd, an SME based in Australia, and covers the service period from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2027. The University of Salford, as a sub-central government public authority located in Salford, UK, manages this initiative aimed at broadening educational access and efficiency.

This procurement offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs that specialise in educational technology and AI-driven learning solutions. Companies experienced in providing innovative academic support tools can benefit from similar future tenders. The engagement allows businesses to showcase their technological integration capabilities, enhance their portfolio by serving a prestigious educational institution, and position themselves as leaders in the EdTech industry. Such contracts can also pave the way for further partnerships and developments in the evolving landscape of educational services worldwide.

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Notice Title

STUDIOSITY LEARNING SUPPORT PROGRAM

Notice Description

Via a Blackboard LTI integration, to provide: * Anytime access to AI-powered immediate review of submitted drafts for formative feedback including structure, spelling & grammar, language choice, referencing and critical thinking. * Study Assist: Anytime access to AI-powered academic chat assistant providing guidance and scaffolding across four key areas: assignment research, academic writing principles, study skills, and referencing. It is subject-area locked and not content-specific and it draws from a customised database of Open Educational Resources to ensure guidance is fit for purpose. We will extend the service provided to all SBS UG students (approx. 1800).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b408
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055689-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
£28,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STUDIOSITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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