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title: "Gecko - Student Engagement Platform"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4a2bf20e-1fbc-4919-94be-4ac9947c2dda"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA"
published: "2025-08-06"
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# Gecko - Student Engagement Platform

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a2bf20e-1fbc-4919-94be-4ac9947c2dda

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## Summary

The University of East Anglia has awarded a contract for a "Gecko - Student Engagement Platform" as part of a procurement process focused on computer platforms, specifically targeting recruitment services. The procurement process, identified by the tender ID "PURCON 2188," has been completed, with the contract awarded to Softcat Plc as of 31 July 2025. This project is expected to start on 1 September 2025 and conclude by 1 September 2028, and involves the location with the postal code NR4 7ST. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total value of £131,541.92. The initiative falls under the goods procurement category and is suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents an ideal growth opportunity for businesses operating within the sectors of computer platforms and recruitment services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive student engagement solutions. Companies that specialise in creating secure, integrated platforms that support UK and international recruitment activities would find this project aligned with their capabilities. Participating in such contracts could enhance a company's profile and expand its market presence, particularly for those aiming to collaborate with prominent organisations like the University of East Anglia.

## Notice

Student engagement platform providing form solution for all UEA web-based forms, allows for off-line data capture, QR code forms, secure Salesforce Integration, & call campaigns. Also used for a wide of UK and International Recruitment and Conversion activities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8112ff54-ca01-4c8d-abfc-7868e6e53810 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 1 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £131,541 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £131,541 |
| 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 EAST ANGLIA |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR4 7TJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 30211300 - Computer platforms
- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 6 Aug 2025 at 14:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8112ff54-ca01-4c8d-abfc-7868e6e53810

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8112ff54-ca01-4c8d-abfc-7868e6e53810
  6th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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