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Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services - APUC Framework

APUC LIMITED

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Award

17 Nov 2017 at 00:00

Tender

19 May 2017 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The APUC Limited is currently engaged in the procurement of the "Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services - APUC Framework" tender, classified under the education industry category. This open procedure is aimed at providing crucial software solutions, support, maintenance, and implementation services related to similarity detection systems for universities and colleges in Scotland. The tender period will conclude on 19 June 2017, after which the award period will commence. The delivery address for this service is located in Scotland, with key contacts at APUC Limited reachable for further inquiries.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational technology and software services, particularly those experienced in providing similarity detection solutions. Companies that can demonstrate relevant capabilities, proven track records in academic settings, and the ability to deliver comprehensive technical support and service would be well-positioned to compete effectively. With an anticipated spend range of £0.8 million to £8 million throughout the framework period, this initiative encourages participation from innovative firms looking to expand their market within the education sector.

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Notice Title

Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services - APUC Framework

Notice Description

Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services including, without limitation to, provision of: all required software functionality; support and maintenance; hosting where applicable; implementation including data migration where applicable.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Framework for Similarity Detection Systems for Universities and Colleges in Scotland including provision of all software. Potential Services include, but are not limited to: System Implementation and Migration Support; Support and Maintenance; Hosting; Archiving. Functionality required includes, without limitation to, similarity analysis and reports on student assignment submissions. The agreement will be open to the members of Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC Limited). Parties eligible to use the Framework Agreement are as listed in Appendix E - List of Institutions within the ITT. During the course of the framework there is the potential for any of the following members of the UK Universities Procurement Consortia (UKUPC) to join: Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (SUPC) London Universities Purchasing Consortium (LUPC) North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC) North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC) Higher Education Purchasing Consortium, Wales (HEPCW) Please see the tender documents for further information.

Renewal: Two further renewal periods of twelve (12) months each at the Authority's sole discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000475449
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301468
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48190000 - Educational software package

48611000 - Database software package

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Nov 20178 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Every four years.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
APUC LIMITED
Contact Name
Peter Jackson
Contact Email
pjackson@apuc-scot.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1314428930

Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK8 2DZ
Post Town
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling East
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

Further Information

Notice Documents

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