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title: "Similarity Detection Software"
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buyer: "SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY"
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# Similarity Detection Software

Buyer: SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-207d1cc4-cb8d-4d66-a81b-6fef132ea79f

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## Summary

Sheffield Hallam University has awarded a contract for Similarity Detection Software, valued at £43,000, following a direct award/contract extension method. The contract period begins on 1st August 2021 and runs until 31st July 2022. This procurement process falls within the software package and information systems industry category (CPV Code: 48000000) and is based in Sheffield, England. The award was published on 30th September 2021, marking the completion of the tender process which ended on 31st July 2021.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in software development and information systems, particularly those offering similar detection technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to engage, as this reflects a growing trend towards inclusivity in public procurement. Businesses capable of providing innovative software solutions can leverage this contract to enhance their market presence and develop lasting partnerships with institutions like Sheffield Hallam University.

## Notice

This contract has been awarded to Turnitin for Similarity Detection Software for a further 12 months extension. The University is currently researching the market.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f10887db-a075-479b-8bde-2ee05837e79b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct award/Contract Extension |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £43,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £43,000 |
| 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 | SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 1WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2021 at 14:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f10887db-a075-479b-8bde-2ee05837e79b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f10887db-a075-479b-8bde-2ee05837e79b
  30th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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