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title: "Research Costing and Pricing System"
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# Research Costing and Pricing System

Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-926b90ab-bf71-4279-9d77-38e0b1601aee

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## Summary

Lancaster University is inviting tenders for the development of a new Research Costing and Pricing System, to replace their current Unit4's Research Costing and Pricing (RCP) module. This procurement falls under the 'Software package and information systems' industry category, with the project to be delivered in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method being used is an open procedure, with a contract value estimated between £50,000 and £100,000. The tender is currently in the 'Tender' stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 19th February 2025 at 09:00. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st May 2025 and will run until 30th April 2028.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in software development, particularly those experienced in academic and research project management systems. While it is well-suited for larger enterprises due to its requirements, SMEs with relevant expertise might also consider forming partnerships or consortia to compete. The adoption of the new system as per TRAC guidance could position businesses prominently within the educational sector, opening up further potential for long-term partnerships and subsequent contracts.

## Notice

The University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this Invitation to Tender (ITT) for a Research Projects costing and pricing system to replace our current system, Unit4's Research Costing and Pricing (RCP) module. The new system must comply with TRAC guidance. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25bf6dc2-93dd-494d-ae47-fc81745f2a58 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 May 2025 - 30 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2025 at 10:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25bf6dc2-93dd-494d-ae47-fc81745f2a58

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25bf6dc2-93dd-494d-ae47-fc81745f2a58
  17th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/

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