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title: "Purlos Engage"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4989a584-e293-4378-a6ce-b447f2e814f2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF DERBY"
published: "2025-10-29"
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# Purlos Engage

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4989a584-e293-4378-a6ce-b447f2e814f2

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## Summary

The University of Derby is the buying organisation responsible for the recently awarded "Purlos Engage" contract in the software package and information systems category. This contract, which operates under a single tender action procurement method, focuses on improving communication methods within educational institutions. Located in Derby, England, the procurement was flagged as complete on 29th October 2025, with My Digital College selected as the supplier. The contract is slated to commence on 1st January 2024 and end on 31st December 2026, with a total value of £37,062. Although the tender period ended on 30th December 2023, the procurement stage of the award was officially active as of 31st December 2023.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in innovative communication solutions to expand their market presence in the educational sector. With an emphasis on using social media channels like WhatsApp, businesses that offer forward-thinking, digitally-savvy products stand to gain the most. SMEs with expertise in the educational technology sphere are well-suited to compete and may find avenues for growth by leveraging the platform’s ability to enhance enrolment and reduce student drop-out rates. This contract underscores the potential for innovative technological solutions to transform traditional communication methods in educational settings.

## Notice

Purlos Engage focuses on the early stages of the learner journey, helping institutions connect with potential students, increase enrolments, and reduce drop-out rates. Their innovative platform replaces outdated communication methods and uses social media WhatsApp to collect data, which was different and hailed a higher success rate than other companies considered

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a6a8afe-2f5d-4c0c-9569-dfff150fdd39 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Dec 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Dec 2023 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,435 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,062 |
| 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 DERBY |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE22 1GB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Allestree |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Derbyshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MY DIGITAL COLLEGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 29 Oct 2025 at 12:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a6a8afe-2f5d-4c0c-9569-dfff150fdd39

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a6a8afe-2f5d-4c0c-9569-dfff150fdd39
  29th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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