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title: "Renewal of Researchfish"
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# Renewal of Researchfish

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83b3814c-6856-4e85-b3c0-f7cebcb58be4

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## Summary

The University of Southampton has completed the procurement process titled "Renewal of Researchfish," focusing on the services sector within the software package and information systems industry category. This contract involves the renewal of licenses and is a call-off from a framework agreement, following a selective procurement method. The tendering process concluded on 12th September 2025, with the contract awarded to Elsevier Limited on 15th September 2025. The contract, valued at £212,432.20, will commence on 1st October 2025 and conclude on 30th September 2026, with the primary delivery location in Southampton, England.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in software and information system services to engage with large educational institutions like the University of Southampton. Companies capable of providing comprehensive software solutions and support services, particularly those familiar with academic research management software, could find substantial business growth potential in similar contracts. While this specific procurement has been awarded, familiarity with this framework agreement could be advantageous for future opportunities, especially for SMEs looking to expand their market presence by engaging with public sector projects.

## Notice

Renewal of Researchfish Licenses

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1be2154-d6e5-45f4-8b07-1873c673e95e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £212,432 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £212,432 |
| 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 SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 16 Sep 2025 at 10:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1be2154-d6e5-45f4-8b07-1873c673e95e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1be2154-d6e5-45f4-8b07-1873c673e95e
  16th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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