--- title: "Research Administration, Process and Systems (RAPS) Solution" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1c073b49-0462-498a-9a07-fae1c8de7583" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1c073b49-0462-498a-9a07-fae1c8de7583" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1c073b49-0462-498a-9a07-fae1c8de7583.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1c073b49-0462-498a-9a07-fae1c8de7583.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY" published: "2019-04-11" --- # Research Administration, Process and Systems (RAPS) Solution Buyer: DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1c073b49-0462-498a-9a07-fae1c8de7583 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1c073b49-0462-498a-9a07-fae1c8de7583) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1c073b49-0462-498a-9a07-fae1c8de7583.json) ## Summary De Montfort University is seeking tenders for the provision, implementation, and maintenance of a Research Administration, Process and Systems Solution (RAPS) as part of an initiative to enhance its Research Services. This tender falls under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems and is currently at the Tender stage, with submissions due by 9th May 2019. The anticipated contract duration is up to five years, starting from 1st October 2019 to 30th September 2020, with a value range between £700,000 and £1,500,000. The tender reference is 1087/19, and interested parties can access further details through the designated e-tendering portal. This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software solutions, particularly those with expertise in research administration systems. Companies with a strong background in software development and support services are well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the public sector's preference for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), this tender may also benefit innovative, agile firms looking to expand their portfolio and strengthen their presence in the education sector. ## Notice De Montfort University requires the provision, implementation and ongoing support & maintenance of a Research Administration, Process and Systems Solution (RAPS) inclusive of Ethics in order to further support and enhance future processes, requirements and goals of its Research Services department and activities. The Contract is anticipated to potentially be up to a total of 5 years and includes a core RAPS element (Definite Services) and an Ethics module (Optional Services). The anticipated value of this Contract is estimated to be within a range of circa PS700,000 to PS1,500,000 over 5 years and all other details concerning the Requirements and the process to be followed and alike are contained within the Selection Questionnaire and Invitation to Tender documentation which can be accessed via this Intend e-tendering Portal, Tender Reference 1087/19. The DMU contact is Paul Whitehall, Category Manager ICT, Procurement. Additional information: De Montfort University requires the provision, implementation and ongoing support & maintenance of a Research Administration, Process and Systems Solution (RAPS) inclusive of Ethics in order to further support and enhance future processes, requirements and goals of its Research Services department and activities. The Contract is anticipated to potentially be up to a total of 5 years and includes a core RAPS element (Definite Services) and an Ethics module (Optional Services). The anticipated value of this Contract is estimated to be within a range of circa PS700,000 to PS1,500,000 over 5 years and all other details concerning the Requirements and the process to be followed and alike are contained within the Selection Questionnaire and Invitation to Tender documentation which can be accessed via this Intend e-tendering Portal, Tender Reference 1087/19. The DMU contact is Paul Whitehall, Category Manager ICT, Procurement. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11d2df8a-2609-4647-a155-3baa475dc93f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Apr 2019 | | Submission deadline | 9 May 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £15,000,000 | | 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 | DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY | | Locality | LEICESTER | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE1 9BH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester | | Local authority | Leicester | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Leicester South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems ## Release History - 11 Apr 2019 at 09:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11d2df8a-2609-4647-a155-3baa475dc93f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11d2df8a-2609-4647-a155-3baa475dc93f 11th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/demontfort/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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