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title: "Contract for the Provision of ColumbusCare Premier Support to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Provision of ColumbusCare Premier Support to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-126067c0-f6ca-466e-99c4-bd6dd65ac9f4

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has successfully completed a contract titled "Contract for the Provision of ColumbusCare Premier Support", which falls under the category of IT services, specifically the maintenance of information technology software. The procurement process utilised a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period ending on 26 March 2022. The contract commenced on 27 March 2022 and will conclude on 26 March 2023. The total contract value is £35,916 and the delivery address is located in Birmingham (postal code B15 2TT).

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the IT service sector, particularly those specialising in software maintenance and support services. Businesses that can offer robust IT solutions and maintain high standards of customer service would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts, as demonstrated by Columbus Global UK Ltd, the awarded supplier. Engaging in such procurement processes can facilitate growth and enhance visibility for SMEs within the public sector.

## Notice

Provision of ColumbusCare Premier Support. Made as a call off to FRAM SC2576/14

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a206247-9129-4a34-b037-a19047e98293 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Apr 2022 |
| Contract period | 27 Mar 2022 - 26 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,916 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,916 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COLUMBUS GLOBAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software

## Release History

- 26 Apr 2022 at 11:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a206247-9129-4a34-b037-a19047e98293

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a206247-9129-4a34-b037-a19047e98293
  26th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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