Award

Library Management System

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of South Wales recently awarded a contract for the procurement of a Library Management System, a service essential for supporting academic needs through efficient resource management. Located in Pontypridd, the University conducted a formal procurement exercise ending with the award on 31st August 2025. The procurement process, categorized under "services" and CPV classification "Software package and information systems," marks the award phase in the procurement lifecycle. The tender aimed at acquiring a reading list management solution to enhance the University’s digital infrastructure and support high-quality student experience.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the field of software development, particularly those specialising in educational technology and library management systems. The procurement required a compliant and fit-for-purpose solution, making it ideal for businesses capable of delivering robust educational software. Talis Education, a notable supplier from London, was successfully contracted, demonstrating the scope for similar firms aiming to expand their market presence in the academic sector and support educational institutions in their digital transformation efforts.

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Notice Title

Library Management System

Notice Description

Academic libraries play a primary role in supporting teaching, learning, and research by giving access to core reading materials. As part of this, the University maintains systems that enable academic staff to curate and share resource lists, and that allow the library to manage acquisitions, licensing, and access to digital and physical content effectively.To continue delivering this service efficiently and in line with evolving academic needs, a formal procurement exercise was required to secure a compliant, fit-for-purpose reading list management solution. The procurement supports the University's commitment to providing a high-quality, accessible student experience and ensuring its digital infrastructure remains aligned with strategic objectives.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-155752
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=155752
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£147,469 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20255 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
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
Contact Name
Ethan Jones
Contact Email
ethan.jones2@southwales.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3455760101

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 1DL
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Treforest
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TALIS EDUCATION

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