--- title: "IT Specialist Consultant" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-298d3435-9e88-4ede-bf63-1aaf2ec99ffe" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-298d3435-9e88-4ede-bf63-1aaf2ec99ffe" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-298d3435-9e88-4ede-bf63-1aaf2ec99ffe.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-298d3435-9e88-4ede-bf63-1aaf2ec99ffe.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER" published: "2016-11-28" --- # IT Specialist Consultant Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-298d3435-9e88-4ede-bf63-1aaf2ec99ffe [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-298d3435-9e88-4ede-bf63-1aaf2ec99ffe) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-298d3435-9e88-4ede-bf63-1aaf2ec99ffe.json) ## Summary The University of Exeter is inviting bids for an IT Specialist Consultant to assist in the procurement of a complex data collection and management system for the SMARTLINE research project, funded by the European Regional Development Fund. This tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions closing on 9th December 2016. The project aims to collect environmental and lifestyle data from 350 homes in Cornwall to enhance health, wellbeing, and community engagement through innovative technologies. The contract period begins on 16th December 2016 and concludes on 1st June 2017. The procurement falls under the category of software programming and consultancy services. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT consultancy and software development, especially those experienced with data management systems and community health initiatives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. Engaging in this project not only allows businesses to contribute to meaningful social research but also positions them favourably for future contracts within academia and related sectors. ## Notice The University of Exeter Medical School is looking to appoint an IT specialist (on a consultancy basis) to support the procurement of a complex data collection and management system, associated with the delivery of a new research project, known as SMARTLINE. SMARTLINE is funded with support from the European Regional Development Fund. This SMART homes, SMART communities project will collect environmental data from 350 homes in Cornwall, in addition we will collect data from the occupants about their lifestyles and aspirations, This data will form a part of a comprehensive data web that we will construct around these individuals to support their health and wellbeing and to, where possible, connect individuals more effectively within their local community - though volunteering, through community activities, etc. SMARTLINE will seek to establish mechanisms to understand and respond to the needs of individuals more effectively through the use of machine-learning, early intervention and supporting community engagement. This role will support the SMARTLINE project team and the University of Exeter Procurement Specialists, to carry out an effective circ. PS1.5mill IT data system to support this activity. Please register and express an interest on the University's eTendering website InTend for full information: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofexeter/aspx/Home Additional information: Please visit InTend for full details https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofexeter/aspx/Home ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97ef0a78-75f5-433b-8895-8ea4835f58ab | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Nov 2016 | | Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 16 Dec 2016 - 1 Jun 2017 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER | | Locality | EXETER | | Post town | Exeter | | Postcode | EX4 4QH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC | | Local authority | Exeter | | Electoral ward | Duryard and St James | | Westminster constituency | Exeter | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services ## Release History - 28 Nov 2016 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97ef0a78-75f5-433b-8895-8ea4835f58ab ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97ef0a78-75f5-433b-8895-8ea4835f58ab 28th November 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofexeter/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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