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title: "EA Tooling Solution"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)"
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# EA Tooling Solution

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-840d3a5c-9f7b-45fb-acfa-418639984911

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## Summary

The University of Salford has completed the procurement process for an Enterprise Architecture (EA) tooling solution, aimed at capturing Architectural IT knowledge to support informed IT strategy decisions. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems and is located in Salford, England, with the delivery address postal code M5 4WT. The tender, identified as UoS/OW/24/25/QTR1/EA Tooling Solution, was awarded through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was finalized with Avolution (UK) Ltd on 7th January 2025, and the contract period is set from 7th January 2025 to 7th January 2026. The total contract value is GBP 48,250, with another variation amounting to GBP 127,100.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for companies specialising in software packages and information systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts, given their adaptability and niche expertise. The procurement not only supports the buyer's strategic IT objectives but also offers SMEs a platform to showcase their solutions and foster long-term business relationships. Engaging with such procurement exercises can lead to enhanced visibility, credibility, and potential further opportunities within the public sector.

## Notice

An Enterprise Architecture tooling solution that will support our efforts to capture Architectural IT knowledge with the aim of supporting well informed IT strategy decisions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0aa2c7c-fcc8-45c9-ad5c-8b31651ad550 |
| 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 | 13 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Jan 2025 - 7 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,250 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,250 |
| 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 SALFORD(THE) |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 4WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AVOLUTION (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2025 at 10:58 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0aa2c7c-fcc8-45c9-ad5c-8b31651ad550
- 10 Jan 2025 at 12:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0aa2c7c-fcc8-45c9-ad5c-8b31651ad550

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0aa2c7c-fcc8-45c9-ad5c-8b31651ad550
  13th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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