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title: "Purchase of Ignition Software License"
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# Purchase of Ignition Software License

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8e6b6c28-1dc1-4d32-9b94-c0b7ad9d8d90

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the purchase of an Ignition Software License by the University of Sheffield, located in Sheffield, England, within the software package and information systems industry. This tender was awarded on 25th June 2021, with a contract duration that commenced on the same date and is set to expire on 25th June 2022. The value of the contract is £54,541, and it was initiated under a single source authorisation procurement method.

This opportunity is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) capable of delivering software solutions that meet industrial digitalisation needs. Companies that specialise in custom software development, particularly those with experience in IoT applications and industrial automation, would find competitive advantages in this tender. Engaging with innovative solutions in such sectors can foster growth and enhance service offerings for businesses looking to expand their reach in the digital technology landscape.

## Notice

x1 copy of the Ignition software where it comes with a platform allowing user to create custom HMI, SCADA, MES, database applications and more. This would greatly contribute to AMRC Cymru's digital needs and meet in line with their digital strategy. The platform has the flexibility to allow the user to pick out relevant features and core drivers in catering to personalised IoT needs and connecting industrial data and devices into one powerful central hub. The single license comes with unlimited creation of web-based clients allowing anyone across the team to develop projects and/or use cases at the same time. Software includes 4 years of support - technical support via emails and free upgrades to all the modules purchased. AMRC Cymru should have access to software indefinitely after termination of support.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36c3eb0d-8d58-4e8f-a7b7-e36574e8a30b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Single Source Authorisation |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 25 Jun 2021 - 25 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £54,541 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £54,541 |
| 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 SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INDUCTIVE AUTOMATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 21 Sep 2021 at 14:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36c3eb0d-8d58-4e8f-a7b7-e36574e8a30b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36c3eb0d-8d58-4e8f-a7b7-e36574e8a30b
  21st September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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