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23 Jul 2026 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

The University of the West of England in Bristol has awarded a service contract titled "Offshore Test Analyst" to Prolifics Testing UK Limited. This contract, under the procurement category of software testing services, was initiated through a direct procurement method classified as below threshold without competition. The contracting process reached the award stage on 23rd July 2026, and the contract is active from 1st August 2026 until 26th February 2027. The transaction has been finalised without the need for an open tender, aligning with legal standards outlined in UK legislature reference 2023/54.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in software testing services. Firms capable of providing offshore test analysis stand to benefit, particularly those with expertise in handling nuanced projects for public authorities. The absence of competitive bidding suggests a strategic partnership aimed at continuity and quality assurance, potentially encouraging similar businesses to explore collaborations with public sector entities. A well-established company in this niche, such as Prolifics Testing UK, highlights the potential for growth and the importance of fostering strong, direct client relationships within the public sector landscape.

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Notice Title

Offshore Test Analyst

Notice Description

Offshore Test Analyst Extension until 26/02/2027

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d246
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069856-2026
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

72254000 - Software testing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£26,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 26 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
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1QY
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROLIFICS TESTING

Further Information

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