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title: "UKRI-1992 An Education Platform for Quantum Computing"
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# UKRI-1992 An Education Platform for Quantum Computing

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0d0f36cd-5dc8-4a28-94f8-78a4519573a5

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is currently conducting a tender for an educational software development service, specifically for an enterprise licence to a cloud-accessible training platform focused on quantum computing. This opportunity is valued at £100,000 and forms part of a wider initiative aimed at enhancing educational access to quantum computing concepts for students and professionals alike. The tender was published on 8th April 2022 and will remain open until 13th May 2022. The contract is expected to commence on 15th June 2022 and will last until 13th June 2025, with delivery locations across the UK and other territories including Europe and the British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational technology and software development, particularly those with experience in creating platforms that facilitate learning in complex subjects such as quantum computing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the education sector, with innovative solutions suitable for higher education institutions and industry professionals, are well-positioned to compete for this contract. The open procurement method encourages diverse participation, driving potential business growth through partnerships with academic institutions and contributing to the evolving field of quantum computing education.

## Notice

The UK's National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) seeks to purchase an enterprise licence for a cloud-accessible, educational training platform aimed at familiarising students in higher education, as well as professionals in industry and business, with key concepts in quantum computing, without the requirement for formal training in a related field (such as PhD-level physics, mathematics, and computer science).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52715a43-1c9f-481b-9f8f-b19a5b30b6bc |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2022 - 13 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72212190 - Educational software development services

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2022 at 18:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52715a43-1c9f-481b-9f8f-b19a5b30b6bc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52715a43-1c9f-481b-9f8f-b19a5b30b6bc
  8th April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Educational-software-development-services./T4JM3W3NMG
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ukri.org/
- https://www.ukri.org/,NorthStarAvenue

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