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title: "Smartbear Test Tools: TestComplete, ReadyAPI Test and BitBar"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND"
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# Smartbear Test Tools: TestComplete, ReadyAPI Test and BitBar

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-04659864-29a3-402a-aa1b-571047e12860

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## Summary

The University of the West of England has successfully completed its procurement process for "Smartbear Test Tools: TestComplete, ReadyAPI Test and BitBar" under the industry category of Software package and information systems. The competitive quotation process began with the tender period ending on 16th December 2024 and the contract period starting on 17th December 2024, running until 28th July 2028. Located in Bristol, England, the buying organisation finalised the procurement at an awarded value of £99,598.10, with the contract officially awarded on 16th December 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses providing software and information systems services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as indicated by the suitability criteria. Companies specialising in test tools and related software products could find this contract advantageous for growth and partnership with an esteemed educational institution. The procurement method employed, a limited competitive quotation, suggests a focused yet competitive space advantageous for well-prepared companies to secure important contracts in the education sector. Phoenix Software Limited, an SME, has been awarded this contract, highlighting the potential for similar businesses to thrive in such procurements.

## Notice

Smartbear Test Tools: TestComplete, ReadyAPI Test and BitBar

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99647836-f159-4346-b352-5cd60cb0138a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 17 Dec 2024 - 28 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,598 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,598 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2025 at 15:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99647836-f159-4346-b352-5cd60cb0138a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99647836-f159-4346-b352-5cd60cb0138a
  5th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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