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Award

09 Jul 2026 at 08:12

Summary of the contracting process

London Metropolitan University has completed the procurement process for the "Norman Out of Hours Service," focusing on the provision of IT support services. This tender falls under the services category and is carried out without competition, under the procurement method classified as "Below threshold - without competition." The contract, which commenced on 12th February 2026, will run until 11th February 2027. The award was made to Northumbria University at Newcastle, highlighting the collaboration within educational institutions. The contract value is set at GBP 56,160 gross with a net amount of GBP 46,800. The process has progressed through the tender stage to the award and contract stage, indicating a finalised procurement with active status.

This tender presents growth opportunities primarily for businesses specialising in information technology services, particularly those capable of providing reliable out-of-hours support. Larger companies like Northumbria University at Newcastle are well-suited for such contracts, given their capacity and resources to manage substantial service demands. Engaging in similar procurement processes offers businesses a chance to expand their service provision within the public sector, potentially leading to increased revenue streams and enhanced reputational benefits as a trusted provider in educational environments. The location across different regions, particularly London and Newcastle, offers businesses a geographically diverse exposure.

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Notice Title

Norman Out of Hours Service

Notice Description

Norman are out out of hours IT support service

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c6f1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064465-2026
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
Large

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
£46,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20265 months ago
Contract Period
12 Feb 2026 - 11 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N7 8DB
Post Town
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Arsenal
Westminster Constituency
Islington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY AT NEWCASTLE

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