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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen, a leading educational institution based in Aberdeen, has recently finalised the procurement process for a new Research Funding Opportunities Database. The procurement, classified under the supply of goods in the education industry category, was conducted through an open procedure. This process, which concluded on 2nd July 2026 with the award of the contract, involved electronic submissions and was open to bids up until 5th June 2026. Located in region UKM50, this initiative aims to enhance research funding efficiency by providing comprehensive coverage and prompt updates on funding opportunities relevant to UK academic institutions.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in software solutions for educational and research institutions. The database is expected to streamline research operations by efficiently managing funding alerts across diverse academic disciplines. Large software providers, such as the awarded company, Idox Software Ltd, would find themselves well-positioned for future collaborations, especially given the contract's potential for two additional 12-month optional extensions. Businesses equipped to offer innovative, scalable solutions that cater to the evolving needs of academic institutions will likely thrive in similar future tenders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

RESEARCH FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES DATABASE - UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

Notice Description

AWARD NOTICE for a Research Funding Opportunities Database as previously advertised.

Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARD NOTICE for a Research Funding Opportunities Database as previously advertised.

Options: 2 X 12 MONTH OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS

Renewal: 2 X 12 MONTH OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831512
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559309
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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
£47,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20262 weeks 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

IDOX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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