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title: "Simulation software licences"
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published: "2025-09-17"
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# Simulation software licences

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2c5df163-aab9-4813-8daf-e0f08d8ac8b9

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## Summary

The public procurement process conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited pertains to the acquisition of simulation software licences, under the classification of 'Software package and information systems' (CPV: 48000000). This award notice, dated 17th September 2025, confirms that the process is complete, having been undertaken via a competitive quotation procedure below the threshold. The contract period covers from 20th August 2025 to 19th August 2026, with the services to be delivered in the UK, specifically near postal code OX11 0QX. The procurement was executed under a limited method specifically through a competitive quotation, targeting the goods category.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses by offering a chance to supply simulation software to a significant public sector entity. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially suited to compete in this procurement scenario given its focus on goods rather than services. Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence GmbH has been awarded the contract, emphasising the potential for large-scale suppliers with expertise in software systems to secure public sector contracts. The engagement reflects an opportunity to strengthen relationships with UK Research and Innovation, via UK Shared Business Services Limited, opening doors for future collaborations and expanding market presence within the public sector.

## Notice

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for the supply of simulation software licences, This has been sourced via a competitive quotation procedure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72c397b8-1540-4461-8564-6eedce4b0d27 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Aug 2025 - 19 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,133 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,133 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HEXAGON MANUFACTURING INTELLIGENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 17 Sep 2025 at 12:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72c397b8-1540-4461-8564-6eedce4b0d27

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72c397b8-1540-4461-8564-6eedce4b0d27
  17th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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