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title: "Online Distance Learning for UOR including Henley Business School"
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# Online Distance Learning for UOR including Henley Business School

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF READING  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-906156da-f2e1-4922-a471-64f8632a4008

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## Summary

The University of Reading is currently inviting tenders for the provision of online distance learning services, which will include collaborations with the Henley Business School. This tender falls under the education and training services category and is taking place in Reading, South East England. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with the closing date for submissions set for 9th August 2021. The contract is valued at approximately £250 million, with a minimum value of £210 million, and is expected to commence on 23rd December 2021, lasting until 4th January 2034.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those experienced in online learning and higher education support. Organisations that can demonstrate capabilities in delivering high-quality distance learning solutions may find this an ideal opportunity to expand their market reach, especially those that can engage with higher education institutions. With the procurement method being a competitive dialogue, businesses that are innovative and able to meet the specific needs of the University of Reading are encouraged to participate.

## Notice

The University of Reading is looking for a provider to support us with our online distance learning programmes which will include our Henley Business School. Additional information: for information please go to www.in-tendhost.co.uk/theuniversityofreading and express an interest in the tender. The documents will then be available in the "My Tenders" area of the system. Delivery Notes Please submit responses through the e-tendering system at www.in-tendhost.co.uk/theuniversityofreading through the "My Tenders" area of the system. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5edf3866-44c9-4161-921d-d9dcb0097ccb |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Dec 2021 - 4 Jan 2034 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF READING |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG6 6AQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Wokingham |
| Electoral ward | Maiden Erlegh & Whitegates |
| Westminster constituency | Earley and Woodley |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80300000 - Higher education services

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2021 at 15:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5edf3866-44c9-4161-921d-d9dcb0097ccb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5edf3866-44c9-4161-921d-d9dcb0097ccb
  8th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/theuniversityofreading/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.reading.ac.uk/procurement

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