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title: "Consultancy for a strategic wrapper of services as the University transitions from SAP BusinessObjects to Power BI"
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# Consultancy for a strategic wrapper of services as the University transitions from SAP BusinessObjects to Power BI

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-40e5f3e4-c17d-4c52-b22d-60871ab5f009

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has awarded a contract titled "Consultancy for a strategic wrapper of services as the University transitions from SAP BusinessObjects to Power BI" to Codestone Solutions Limited. This project falls under the Information Technology Services category and will be carried out at the University’s campus in Birmingham, postal code B15 2TT. Initiated through a single contract procurement method, the contracting process began with a tender period that concluded on 20th May 2024, followed by the contract starting on 21st May 2024 and expected to extend until 31st May 2026. The contract is valued at £143,550.01 GBP.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in IT consultancy, particularly those experienced with transitions to Power BI from other platforms like SAP BusinessObjects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete due to the project's specific eligibility criteria favouring such entities. Companies with expertise in strategic IT services and a track record of similar successful transitions would find this opportunity to expand their portfolio and establish a significant partnership with a prestigious educational institution.

## Notice

Consultancy for a strategic wrapper of services as the University transitions from SAP BusinessObjects to Power BI

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3eab0eb-c819-4ece-b690-35126a79a3c4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Single Contract from 3 Quotes |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 May 2024 |
| Contract period | 20 May 2024 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £143,550 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £143,550 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CODESTONE SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2024 at 10:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3eab0eb-c819-4ece-b690-35126a79a3c4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3eab0eb-c819-4ece-b690-35126a79a3c4
  20th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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