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International Conversion and Engagement Services

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff University, located in Cardiff, UK, has engaged in a procurement process titled "International Conversion and Engagement Services," under the services industry category, with a focus on enhancing its international engagement capabilities. The procurement process, which falls under the planning stage identified by EU-OJ, has seen significant developments, including a contract extension for a further 12 months. The process is driven by the need for additional services originally planned, which aligns with the legal basis of directive 2014/24/EU. The latest significant milestone was the signing of a contract with UniQuest Ltd on 8th May 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in international engagement services, particularly those capable of handling extended contracts and an increased number of service licences. SMEs, like UniQuest Ltd, which have successfully secured the contract, are well-suited to compete in such tenders, offering specialised expertise and adaptability. The contract, valued at £335,600, implies a lucrative opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in the education services market, especially those that can deliver innovative solutions tailored to enhancing international student engagement.

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Notice Title

International Conversion and Engagement Services

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

Cardiff University has utilized right to extend this contract for another 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-151299
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=151299
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79342000 - Marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£335,600 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
piorczynskim@cardiff.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2920879648

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 4HQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIQUEST

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