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title: "E-Sourcing Platform (Hosted Solution)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-53607759-1b91-47d2-8379-a1105ea1fef4"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE"
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# E-Sourcing Platform (Hosted Solution)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-53607759-1b91-47d2-8379-a1105ea1fef4

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "E-Sourcing Platform (Hosted Solution)" was conducted by the University of Central Lancashire, located in Preston, North West England. This contract, valued at £171,075, falls under the industry category of procurement software packages. The contract period commenced on 2nd April 2020 and runs until 2nd April 2024. The procurement method was a limited process, which involved competitive quotations below the threshold. The tender period concluded on 16th March 2020, and the award notice was published on 4th May 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), that specialise in software services and E-sourcing solutions. Companies with expertise in developing tailored procurement software or those who can offer innovative digital solutions could be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in such contracts can also enhance a business's visibility in the public sector market, thereby facilitating growth and expanding service offerings.

## Notice

This is a Contract Award Notice. Opportunity to apply is not available

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf2d3bb8-4afb-4232-bb84-e2af24f746f8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2020 - 1 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £171,075 |
| 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 CENTRAL LANCASHIRE |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 2TQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48490000 - Procurement software package

## Release History

- 4 May 2020 at 10:47 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf2d3bb8-4afb-4232-bb84-e2af24f746f8
- 4 May 2020 at 10:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf2d3bb8-4afb-4232-bb84-e2af24f746f8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf2d3bb8-4afb-4232-bb84-e2af24f746f8
  4th May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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