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University of Aberdeen Similarity Detection Software

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen has recently completed a procurement process for a similarity detection software to assist in identifying plagiarism in written work. This tender, titled "University of Aberdeen Similarity Detection Software," fell within the education services category and was based in Aberdeen, UK. The tender was conducted via an open procedure, and the relevant contract was signed on 12 July 2022. The total value of the contract is £49,951.54, with a procurement completion status indicating that the project has advanced successfully.

This procurement presents a key opportunity for businesses specialising in software development and educational technology services. Firms that offer solutions related to plagiarism detection or have experience in educational software systems will be particularly well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Engaging with the University of Aberdeen could foster strategic partnerships and open avenues for future contracts within the education sector, as institutions continue to seek innovative technologies to enhance their academic integrity standards.

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Notice Title

University of Aberdeen Similarity Detection Software

Notice Description

The University require a software package to identify plagiarism in written work.

Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARD NOTICE - The University require a similarity detection software to identify plagiarism in student work. Direct call off from APUC Framework IT1025AP - Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000700637
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL454161
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,951 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jul 20223 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

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

TURNITIN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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