--- title: "Soft Test - Module information Storage and reviewing tool" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a8b4b1e6-60ad-4d65-b7ce-e4d19c833a5c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a8b4b1e6-60ad-4d65-b7ce-e4d19c833a5c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a8b4b1e6-60ad-4d65-b7ce-e4d19c833a5c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a8b4b1e6-60ad-4d65-b7ce-e4d19c833a5c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF DERBY" published: "2023-02-01" --- # Soft Test - Module information Storage and reviewing tool Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a8b4b1e6-60ad-4d65-b7ce-e4d19c833a5c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a8b4b1e6-60ad-4d65-b7ce-e4d19c833a5c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a8b4b1e6-60ad-4d65-b7ce-e4d19c833a5c.json) ## Summary The University of Derby has initiated a planning stage procurement process titled "Soft Test - Module information Storage and reviewing tool" within the Software package and information systems industry category. The project aims to digitize the Module Quality Continual Monitoring process by developing a bespoke Microsoft technology solution. The engagement end date for this tender is set for 17th February 2023, with potential suppliers required to submit their solutions by 12.00pm. The University of Derby, located at Kedleston Road, DERBY, DE22 1GB, England, is seeking third-party suppliers to enhance module quality monitoring through improved workflows and technology integration. This tender by the University of Derby presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in Microsoft technologies, workflow automation, and educational software solutions. Businesses with capabilities in delivering bespoke technology solutions, integration with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, and experience in the education sector are well-suited to compete. The University aims to improve verification, moderation, and self-evaluation processes, inviting suppliers with innovative ideas to contribute solutions by the specified deadline of 17th February 2023. ## Notice The University has commenced a project aimed at digitising the Module Quality Continual Monitoring process. Discussions have centred on delivering a more efficient and effective method for completing module level quality monitoring. Current processes are completed using word documents edited in isolation and without a dedicated system/repository for the information. Utilising digital work-flow models will improve the experience for the module leader, support tracking of the process for audit and compliance and improve accessibility to key information to support improvements in student outcomes. The project will be looking to improve the following three areas: 1) Verification - review and approval by internal and external examiners 2) Moderation - calibration of the assessment/exam results 3) Self-evaluation - reflection at Module Leader level and identifying changes The University would like to engage a third-party supplier to develop a bespoke Microsoft technology solution utilising current licensed Microsoft technologies - e.g., Microsoft Forms, Power Apps and SharePoint to create a bespoke University solution. The third-party supplier/developer will be required to build and potentially support ongoing changes to the system and integration with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions. We welcome responses from suppliers and companies who feel that they have positive ideas on how our vision can be delivered. Please email your potential solution/s together with indicative costings no later than 12.00pm on the 17th February 2023 to s.selby@derby.ac.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/811967a4-0143-48e1-a6b7-ed0349f0ae72 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Feb 2023 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 17 Feb 2023 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF DERBY | | Locality | DERBY | | Post town | Derby | | Postcode | DE22 1GB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby | | Local authority | Derby | | Electoral ward | Allestree | | Westminster constituency | Mid Derbyshire | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems ## Release History - 1 Feb 2023 at 14:22 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/811967a4-0143-48e1-a6b7-ed0349f0ae72 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/811967a4-0143-48e1-a6b7-ed0349f0ae72 1st February 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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