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Virtual Learning Environment - University of Aberdeen

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

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21 Dec 2017 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen has successfully completed a tender process for the provision of a Virtual Learning Environment and associated support services, under the procurement category of educational goods. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, with a total contract value of £557,000. The contract was awarded to Blackboard International B.V., and the tender process was initiated on 3rd October 2017. The project is based in Aberdeen, UK, with contract services delivered to the specific region of UKM50.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses in the education technology sector, particularly those specialising in learning management systems and digital support services. Potential suppliers who can provide innovative virtual learning solutions, along with robust customer support and integration services, would be well-positioned to compete in future tenders like this one. Engaging with public sector education contracts can drive growth for firms looking to expand their presence within the academic sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Virtual Learning Environment - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

Virtual Learning Environment and support services. Direct call off from APUC Framework Agreement ref ITS1026AP

Lot Information

Lot 1

Virtual Learning Environment software and support services provided to University of Aberdeen.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000523996
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC304963
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£557,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Oct 20178 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
e-sourcing@abdn.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1224274467

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 3FX
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLACKBOARD INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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