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title: "Digital Forensic Experience and Simulation"
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# Digital Forensic Experience and Simulation

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4d3aa4d9-fd2b-47b8-abe1-78b115b3db24

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## Summary

Aston University, based in Birmingham, has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Digital Forensic Experience and Simulation". This tender was categorised within the Software package and information systems industry. The procurement method was a direct single tender action below the threshold, and the tender was formally awarded on 20 August 2024. The contract will span from 1 September 2024 to 31 July 2025, with a total value of GBP 60,000. The delivery location is specified by the postal code B4 7ET.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software packages and information systems, particularly those focusing on digital forensic technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like Hansa Cyber Limited, which was awarded the contract, will find this sector ripe for innovation and providing tailored digital solutions. Companies with expertise in software development for educational or forensic simulation may find similar opportunities aligning well with their portfolio and growth strategy.

## Notice

Digital Forensic Experience and Simulation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/def29e11-7f8c-4fdc-94b9-6b43a54038ee |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 20 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2024 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £60,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HANSA CYBER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2024 at 16:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/def29e11-7f8c-4fdc-94b9-6b43a54038ee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/def29e11-7f8c-4fdc-94b9-6b43a54038ee
  20th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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