--- title: "ITT266 Virtual Learning Environment Solution" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-044e3e78-7d98-410b-b0e4-2d5aad419399" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-044e3e78-7d98-410b-b0e4-2d5aad419399" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-044e3e78-7d98-410b-b0e4-2d5aad419399.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-044e3e78-7d98-410b-b0e4-2d5aad419399.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING" published: "2019-03-26" --- # ITT266 Virtual Learning Environment Solution Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-044e3e78-7d98-410b-b0e4-2d5aad419399 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-044e3e78-7d98-410b-b0e4-2d5aad419399) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-044e3e78-7d98-410b-b0e4-2d5aad419399.json) ## Summary The University of Northampton is currently seeking proposals for a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) solution, with the procurement process at the tender stage. The anticipated contract will span five years, beginning in August 2019, with the potential for five additional one-year extensions. The tender period concludes on 26th April 2019. This procurement falls under the IT services category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and support services, and is classified as a selective procurement method via a restricted procedure above threshold. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering software development, system implementation, and related computer services. Suppliers that can effectively deliver comprehensive VLE solutions, ensuring a blend of online and face-to-face educational support, would be particularly well-suited to compete. Companies interested in tapping into the growing demand for digital learning solutions within educational institutions should consider engaging in this procurement opportunity. ## Notice The University of Northampton is seeking to acquire a virtual learning environment (VLE) solution (live, test and staging). It is envisaged that the contract length will be 5 years with the option to extend at the discretion of the University for a further 5 additional 1 year extensions. With a contract start date of August 2019 The current VLE has been a key product at the University supporting learning and teaching and is the key backbone of NILE (Northampton Integrated Learning Environment) and is fed directly from the Student Record System (QLS) to ensure access for all students. Courses are structured on NILE and this provides content, communication and engagement functionality to provide the University blend of virtual and face to face support which underpins University Active Blended Learning (ABL). Additional information: The information and documents for this tender will be accessible from https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnorthampton Click on Current Tenders link where you can view the project detail, express an interest and register your Organisation with our e-tendering system. Once the registration has been accepted and you have received your login details by e:mail you can login to view and download the PQQ in the My Tenders section of the website. If your company is already registered please do not register again Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d941dfd5-cd9c-4246-a356-60943eee3481 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Mar 2019 | | Submission deadline | 26 Apr 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2019 - 31 Jul 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING | | Locality | NORTHAMPTONSHIRE | | Post town | Northampton | | Postcode | NN1 5PH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire | | Local authority | West Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Delapre and Rushmere | | Westminster constituency | Northampton South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 72211000 - Programming services of systems and user software - 72212300 - Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software development services - 72212500 - Communication and multimedia software development services - 72212900 - Miscellaneous software development services and computer systems - 72224100 - System implementation planning services - 72261000 - Software support services - 72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services - 72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software - 72500000 - Computer-related services - 72590000 - Computer-related professional services ## Release History - 26 Mar 2019 at 14:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d941dfd5-cd9c-4246-a356-60943eee3481 - 26 Mar 2019 at 14:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d941dfd5-cd9c-4246-a356-60943eee3481 - 22 Mar 2019 at 12:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d941dfd5-cd9c-4246-a356-60943eee3481 - 22 Mar 2019 at 12:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d941dfd5-cd9c-4246-a356-60943eee3481 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d941dfd5-cd9c-4246-a356-60943eee3481 26th March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnorthampton/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnorthampton ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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