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title: "GB-Lincoln: Automation"
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# GB-Lincoln: Automation

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-36dcf0d7-d78f-485b-8759-796cd1eb3c69

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "GB-Lincoln: Automation" was initiated by the University of Lincoln, located in Lincoln, UK, to acquire a robotic process automation (RPA) platform aimed at enhancing the efficiency of its Student Undergraduate Admissions process. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically office automation services, with a total value of £168,000. The direct award for this tender was made under the Crown Commercial Services' G-Cloud 12 Framework, and the contract period commenced on 12 July 2021, extending for two years until 11 July 2023. The tender period concluded on 30 June 2021, marking the transition to the award stage.

This awarded contract presents a significant opportunity for companies specialising in office automation software and related services, particularly those experienced in robotic process automation. Businesses that focus on software development, systems for operational efficiency, and have expertise in automated solutions would be well-suited to participate in future tenders within the educational sector or similar fields. The successful implementation of this automation solution not only streamlines processes but also enhances service delivery, paving the way for further technological advancements and business collaborations in the public sector.

## Notice

This procurement was for a robotic process automation (RPA) platform software that emulates how staff within the University of Lincoln's Student Administration team use existing applications and systems and to automate a wide range of operational and business processes. The initial focus will be to automate the Student Undergraduate Admissions process and to be rapidly deployed, non-disruptively, making the current process more efficient and reducing the failure points. The deployment requires no replacement of systems, deployment of agents, software development or system integration. Additional information: This procurement was awarded via a direct award under the CCS's (Crown Commercial Services) G-Cloud 12 Framework, in line with the stated processes and the search criteria.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/197bed78-ec56-45e2-8187-a3df38ec1c6d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 11 Jul 2021 - 11 Jul 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £168,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £168,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN6 7TS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | Lincoln |
| Electoral ward | Boultham |
| Westminster constituency | Lincoln |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FOUNDRY4 CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48920000 - Office automation software package
- 48921000 - Automation system
- 72212920 - Office automation software development services
- 72513000 - Office automation services

## Release History

- 12 Jul 2021 at 11:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/197bed78-ec56-45e2-8187-a3df38ec1c6d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/197bed78-ec56-45e2-8187-a3df38ec1c6d
  12th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=607166315
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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