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title: "Mass observation Project database 1980s, 1990 and 2000 modules"
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# Mass observation Project database 1980s, 1990 and 2000 modules

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-15a35951-ffe0-44e6-8a84-f5e9126c6b36

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## Summary

The University of East Anglia has finalised the procurement for the "Mass Observation Project database 1980s, 1990 and 2000 modules," a comprehensive database of digitised texts such as letters, diaries, and photos from the public. The contract, classified under the CPV codes 48610000 (Database systems) and 48783000 (Content management software package), was a single tender action conducted via a direct procurement method, below the threshold. The contract period lasted a single day, starting and ending on 27th June 2024, with the tender stage concluding on 26th June 2024. The contract is awarded to Adam Matthews, who operates out of London.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the database and content management software sector, particularly those capable of managing extensive and unique digital archives. While the direct procurement method may limit the competition, businesses that can offer specialised or niche services in digitisation and database management could see an increase in demand for such high-value archival projects. Enterprises positioned to handle comprehensive digital content and offer innovative solutions for research archives will be particularly well-suited to engage with similar contracting opportunities in the future.

## Notice

Mass Observation Project 1980s +1990s +2000 bundled package is a database of unique digitised full texts of more than 80,000 letters, diaries and photos from members of the public, which provides a rich research archive for students and researchers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27989cec-e04c-42a6-89d1-0dd8eb1cafd6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 26 Jun 2024 - 27 Jun 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR4 7TJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ADAM MATTHEWS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48610000 - Database systems
- 48783000 - Content management software package

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2024 at 09:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27989cec-e04c-42a6-89d1-0dd8eb1cafd6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27989cec-e04c-42a6-89d1-0dd8eb1cafd6
  22nd July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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