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title: "Research Grant Funding Opportunity Database"
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# Research Grant Funding Opportunity Database

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2ab4e5f7-7e64-4325-af5d-ef1b93802918

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## Summary

The University of Southampton is seeking a supplier for the "Research Grant Funding Opportunity Database", a comprehensive database intended to facilitate the identification of funding opportunities across various research disciplines. This procurement falls under the services category and was conducted via an open procedure, with a total contract value of £170,000. The tender process officially concluded on 5 February 2021, and the awarded contract commenced on 16 June 2021, lasting until 15 June 2025. The delivery location for the service is in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in database software solutions, particularly those adept at developing user-friendly, intuitive platforms with advanced search functionalities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate as they are well-suited to meet this contract's requirements. Engaging in this contract could enhance a company's portfolio and expand its relationships within the higher education sector, thereby fostering business growth.

## Notice

This tender opportunity is to procure a comprehensive funding opportunities database in all disciplines from the majority of research sponsors in the UK and overseas with an online, intuitive search tool that enables University of Southampton members of staff to identify and search for potential funding opportunities (either as an individual, or as part of a research group/School/Faculty), have access to relevant policy articles and keep up-to-date with relevant funder news items. The database should feature an easy-to-use interface and powerful searching and customisation tools designed to assist in searches for research funding. The ability to easily create and export funding newsletters for the community of researchers is also a requirement. Suppliers can apply via the University's e-Tendering portal, In-Tend by visiting the link below: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/aspx/Tenders/Current

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f79ed1a5-2061-4236-a26c-d6d9ecbcaa5d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 15 Jun 2021 - 15 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £55,920 |
| 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 SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IDOX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48611000 - Database software package

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2021 at 09:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f79ed1a5-2061-4236-a26c-d6d9ecbcaa5d
- 27 Jan 2021 at 17:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a02a00e-efe2-4c95-90a9-88fdec5f24d4
- 22 Dec 2020 at 11:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a02a00e-efe2-4c95-90a9-88fdec5f24d4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f79ed1a5-2061-4236-a26c-d6d9ecbcaa5d
  16th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a02a00e-efe2-4c95-90a9-88fdec5f24d4
  27th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/aspx/Tenders/Current

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