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Award

22 Jul 2026 at 12:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process under discussion involves Coventry University, which sought to acquire "Kuali software" to manage its module content effectively. The software supports approval workflows crucial for university processes ahead of enrolment and study. Located in Coventry, the university has engaged in a procurement process classified under "goods" within the software package and information systems industry. This specific tender, identified as "PA-SC-1883-26-TH," follows a direct procurement method below the threshold, meaning it was awarded without competition. The procurement cycle culminated with an award on 22nd July 2026, leading to a contract commencement on 1st July 2026 and an end date set for 30th June 2027.

This procurement creates opportunities for technology and software businesses, specifically those skilled in academic software solutions, as it highlights the demand for module content management systems within educational institutions. Large companies with the infrastructure and expertise to provide comprehensive and sophisticated software solutions like "Kuali" would find this tender particularly suitable. It also demonstrates market needs for temporary solutions, indicating potential future opportunities as Coventry University transitions to new software solutions like Course Loop. Business growth can be fostered through collaboration with educational entities on short-term projects with prospects for extended involvement.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Kuali software

Notice Description

Kuali is used to manage the university's module content, supporting approval workflows and adding this module content to Infrastructure within Universe, so module association can be undertaken ahead of enrolment and study. There is currently no alternative available to manage this activity. The university is in the process of implementing Course Loop software which will replace all curriculum management functions, including Kuali. Therefore the University are renewing for 12 months only.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d0e9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069199-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£41,577 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 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
COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 5FB
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KUALI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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