--- title: "IT Software Development Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7b8012ed-f004-46cf-9214-7fc543bc7ad7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7b8012ed-f004-46cf-9214-7fc543bc7ad7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b8012ed-f004-46cf-9214-7fc543bc7ad7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b8012ed-f004-46cf-9214-7fc543bc7ad7.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LANCASTER UNIVERSITY" published: "2018-06-20" --- # IT Software Development Services Framework Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b8012ed-f004-46cf-9214-7fc543bc7ad7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7b8012ed-f004-46cf-9214-7fc543bc7ad7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b8012ed-f004-46cf-9214-7fc543bc7ad7.json) ## Summary Lancaster University is currently conducting a public procurement process for an "IT Software Development Services Framework". This multi-lot framework aims to establish two categories of service provision: Lot 1 for standard software development (valued up to £75,000) and Lot 2 for complex software development (over £75,000). The procurement is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 18th July 2018. The planned contract period will commence on 1st October 2018 and extend to 30th September 2019. The framework has an estimated total value of £300,000 and will be procured via an open procedure, allowing for broad participation. This tender provides significant opportunities for software development companies, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who can bring innovation and specialise in either standard or complex software solutions. Competing firms should be capable of meeting the specific requirements outlined in the tender while also aligning with Lancaster University’s timeline for project completion and review processes. Suppliers can apply for one or both lots, making this a flexible opportunity for businesses to expand their partnerships within the higher education sector. ## Notice The Purchaser is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for the establishment of a multi-lot framework agreement to support Lancaster University with software development services. The framework will comprise of 2 lots: Lot 1 - Standard Software Development (up to a value of PS75,000) Lot 2 - Complex Software Development (over PS75,000) Each lot will contain a number of suppliers. The framework will run for a maximum of 4 years. All appointments to the framework will be reviewed annually and on completion of each project. Suppliers can apply for ONE or BOTH lots. 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/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Jun 2018 | | Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £300,000 | | 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY | | Locality | LANCASTER | | Post town | Lancaster | | Postcode | LA1 4YW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre | | Local authority | Lancaster | | Electoral ward | University | | Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services ## Release History - 20 Jun 2018 at 08:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e - 20 Jun 2018 at 08:26 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e - 20 Jun 2018 at 08:11 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e - 20 Jun 2018 at 08:11 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e - 15 Jun 2018 at 13:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e - 15 Jun 2018 at 13:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e - 15 Jun 2018 at 13:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e - 15 Jun 2018 at 13:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e - 15 Jun 2018 at 13:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf62af7f-2bd5-4030-8895-87d9678b447e 20th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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