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26 Jun 2026 at 12:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by the University of Derby, located in Derby, United Kingdom, for the procurement of "HUDL Sports Performance and Analysis Software (Enhanced)". This project falls under the industry category of software package and information systems. The procurement stage has been completed with a direct award given, ensuring service continuity and resourcing for the University’s on-site sports centre. The procurement method used was a direct award, the decision being influenced by the necessity for uninterrupted service. The contract is valued at £524,731.64 (with a gross amount of £629,677.97) and spans from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2029. Key locations involved include Derby for the buyer and London for the supplier, HUDL UK Limited.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses in the software and information systems sector, particularly those specialising in sports performance and analysis software. The contract was awarded directly to HUDL UK Limited, which highlights opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) offering specialised and continuity-driven solutions. Businesses that can deliver innovative and niche software solutions to educational institutions and similar public authorities may find growth potential in similar future procurement processes. This particular opportunity demonstrates the value of direct awards in maintaining essential service operations, making it a valuable case study for SMEs with proven service track records.

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Notice Title

HUDL Sports Performance and Analysis Software (Enhanced)

Notice Description

HUDL Sports Performance and Analysis Software (Enhanced) for our on-site sports centre

Procurement Information

The reason for the direct award is service continuity and resourcing.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06be2b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060323-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£524,731 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE22 1GB
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Allestree
Westminster Constituency
Mid Derbyshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HUDL

Further Information

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