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Assistive Technology

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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14 Jan 2025 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for the provision of Assistive Technology services under the title "Assistive Technology". This public procurement process falls under the education industry category and is located in the region of Edinburgh (UKM75). The procurement method used was an open procedure. The key contract dates are from 31st December 2024 to 30th December 2027, with potential extensions up to 30th December 2030. The contract was awarded to People Asset Management Ltd on 30th December 2024, with a total value of £400,000.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in assistive technology, including software and hardware providers, as well as training service providers. Companies in the technology and education support sectors, especially those with experience in providing tailored solutions for individuals with disabilities, would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The contract’s scope includes not only the provision and installation of technology but also associated training and maintenance services, making it an excellent opportunity for comprehensive service providers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Assistive Technology

Notice Description

The Provision of Assistive Technology for the University of Edinburgh.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University awarding a 3-year Contract (with optional 3 x 12-month extensions) for the provision of Assistive Technology equipment and associated training for University students with various disabilities. The contract includes; the provision and installation of software and hardware, Assistive Technology training, the cleaning, imaging and the decommissioning of all equipment during and at the end of the loan period.

Options: The contract dates for this tender are 31st December 2024 to 30th December 2027. As detailed in the ITT, the University has the option to extend this contract by three periods of 12 months each, potentially taking the contract through to 30th December 2030.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000787741
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN521768
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - 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

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Dec 20241 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 EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
esilves2@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502508

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PEOPLE ASSET MANAGEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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