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title: "Central Research Information System (CRIS)"
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# Central Research Information System (CRIS)

Buyer: UKHSA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-50d19023-adb2-4684-87b6-f75e26a9c3d2

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## Summary

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has awarded a contract for the development of a Central Research Information System (CRIS) to Elsevier Limited. This procurement falls under the IT software package industry category and involves the creation of an end-to-end research management system, research information repository, and a public-facing portal for research. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering process concluded on 24th June 2024, and the contract period will run from 1st July 2024 to 30th June 2027. The total contract value is £181,891.50, and the project will be located at UKHSA's office in Canary Wharf, London.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the IT and research management sectors, especially those experienced with complex system integrations and software development for public sector clients. However, it should be noted that this specific opportunity was not targeted towards SMEs or VCSEs. Companies that can offer robust and scalable research information systems are well-suited to compete for similar tenders in the future, leveraging their expertise to support public health research initiatives.

## Notice

Central Research Information System (CRIS). An end-to-end research management system, research information repository, and public-facing portal for research

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46173f14-c4e2-49df-be82-e2f0e9b605f3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £181,891 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £181,891 |
| 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 | UKHSA |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48517000 - IT software package

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2025 at 14:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46173f14-c4e2-49df-be82-e2f0e9b605f3
- 17 Jan 2025 at 14:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fca384f9-183a-4a5a-bcf2-ed62e0e562cb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46173f14-c4e2-49df-be82-e2f0e9b605f3
  17th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fca384f9-183a-4a5a-bcf2-ed62e0e562cb
  17th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3de590b3-0f5f-4852-b3a8-19c50207e45a
  W156678 CRIS C321646 RM1557.14-G-Cloud-14-Call-Off-Contract-FINAL 01 15_Redacted
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a688656e-da1e-4892-b120-5a45b5a4c631
  W156678 CRIS C321646 RM1557.14-G-Cloud-14-Call-Off-Contract-FINAL 01 15_Redacted

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