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title: "UK HE Partnership Development Support"
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# UK HE Partnership Development Support

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a1bdfbe-0cc7-4c1c-ad20-4b1c515abd1c

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## Summary

The University of Salford has completed the procurement process for a project titled "UK HE Partnership Development Support" under the industry category of research and development consultancy services, and business development consultancy services, with the address located at The Old Fire Station, Salford, M5 4WT, England. This tender was for the development of international partnerships in the field of education TNE (Transnational Education), with the selected supplier being Cormack Consultancy Group. The tender process followed an open procedure (below threshold), and the contract period runs from 14th April 2025 to 14th April 2026, with a contract value of £36,000. The process moved from the tender stage initiated on 5th March 2025 to the award on 26th March 2025.

This contract presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in international business development, consultancy in education TNE fields, and those with vast networks in overseas educational institutions. The tender seeks a supplier experienced in fostering and expanding international partnerships, which can boost their portfolio significantly. Ideal candidates for this contract are firms that possess strong ties and expertise in internationalisation strategies for higher education, willing to collaborate directly with the University's International Office to enhance the University of Salford’s global education network.

## Notice

TNE development is a key area of internationalisation for teaching and learning, research, student experience and income generation. The University of Salford is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to support our business development in international partnerships. The supplier will work directly with the University's International Office to source, nurture and liaise with overseas institutions and other organisations to support the development of education TNE partnerships. The University is developing an international network of partners for progression, articulation, franchise and other delivery modes, whilst nurturing a small number of high-value, deep partnerships that operate across all models. The successful supplier will have an understanding of the TNE landscape and apply their knowledge, experience and networks to expanding the partnership development for the University. For full tender information and to express an interest please visit our InTend portal" and add link: https://intendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home Additional information: Full tender documentation can be accessed via InTend. All tender queries must be made via InTend. https://intendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ade0c806-b8a2-48b0-8285-3971b8ff12c0 |
| 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 | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 Apr 2025 - 14 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,000 |
| 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 SALFORD(THE) |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 4WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CORMACK CONSULTANCY GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2025 at 11:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ade0c806-b8a2-48b0-8285-3971b8ff12c0
- 5 Mar 2025 at 10:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eaf7cd5d-a88e-4836-9887-8dd5614a80b6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ade0c806-b8a2-48b0-8285-3971b8ff12c0
  26th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eaf7cd5d-a88e-4836-9887-8dd5614a80b6
  5th March 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://intendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home

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