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title: "Pure Research Database"
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buyer: "SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY"
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# Pure Research Database

Buyer: SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-11cadc34-bfb5-4a04-a7a4-b2fc2cd461b1

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Pure Research Database" has been successfully completed, and the contract has been awarded. Southampton Solent University, operating as the buying organisation, sought a specialist research database for their Research, Knowledge, and Enterprise department. The procurement falls under the CPV classification of "Database and operating software package," specifically within the realm of goods, and uses a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. This award stage, dated 16 January 2026, marks the end of the tender initiated previously. The contract, valued at £129,981, will commence on 1 February 2026 and span until 31 January 2029, with the central location of delivery being in the South East of the United Kingdom.

The tender creates opportunities for businesses in the software development and IT services industry, particularly those specialising in database management and software solutions. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as indicated by the suitability criteria. Companies capable of offering innovative and efficient database solutions stand to gain substantially from such contracts. The procurement was awarded to Elsevier B.V., a large-scale supplier, highlighting the competitive nature of the opportunity for businesses looking to partner with educational institutions and expand their reach within the higher education sector.

## Notice

Provision of a specialist research database within the University's department of Research, Knowledge and Enterprise.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6eae5d8-efe2-476b-b14b-b0c1c370fe66 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £129,981 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £129,981 |
| 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 | SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO14 0YN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Bargate |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ELSEVIER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48600000 - Database and operating software package
- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2026 at 14:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6eae5d8-efe2-476b-b14b-b0c1c370fe66

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6eae5d8-efe2-476b-b14b-b0c1c370fe66
  16th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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