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title: "Virtual Learning Environment"
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# Virtual Learning Environment

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD E-TENDERING  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6e6bc6af-7bb5-44c8-9cd8-9295c09f8768

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## Summary

The University of Huddersfield is currently seeking tenders for a project titled "Virtual Learning Environment," aimed at enhancing educational technology within the institution. This procurement falls under the category of software packages and information systems, specifically focusing on educational software. The tender is now active and is scheduled to close on 12 June 2017. The procurement method is a selective approach using a restricted procedure, which highlights the intent to invite specific suppliers to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational software and technology solutions. Companies that can demonstrate innovative virtual learning environments, particularly those with capabilities like social media integration and robust user interfaces, would be well-positioned to compete. Moreover, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could leverage this opportunity, given that they are explicitly deemed suitable for participation in this procurement process.

## Notice

The aim of this project is to identify the best of breed Virtual Learning Environment for use at the University of Huddersfield. The objectives of the project are to demonstrate that a VLE is: o Fit for purpose (i.e. supporting high quality, imaginative teaching and learning) o Represents good value compared to competitor offerings o Able to integrate effectively with existing University IT systems (particularly ASIS, Scientia and Active Directory) o Furnished with the breadth and quality of additional tools available (blogs, wikis, e-portfolios, etc) o Able to accommodate Innovative use of current and emerging technologies i.e. social media integration o Demonstrating the functionality, flexibility and accessibility we require moving forward o Classed as 'best of breed' o Showcasing an up-to-date, interactive user interface and is appealing to use from an academic and student perspective o Able to scale as demand grows and can maintain a robust and reliable service without incurring excessive additional costs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e888a327-fd3b-45a9-987c-45acd83dbf6b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Aug 2017 - 15 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD E-TENDERING |
| Locality | HUDDERSFIELD |
| Post town | Huddersfield |
| Postcode | HD1 3DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees |
| Local authority | Kirklees |
| Electoral ward | Newsome |
| Westminster constituency | Huddersfield |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48190000 - Educational software package

## Release History

- 12 May 2017 at 16:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e888a327-fd3b-45a9-987c-45acd83dbf6b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e888a327-fd3b-45a9-987c-45acd83dbf6b
  12th May 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofhuddersfield/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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