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title: "IT Services"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH"
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# IT Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c2a8df73-1cd9-4d3b-97b9-18fae291831d

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth has awarded a contract for IT services, specifically system maintenance services, under the industry category CPV 50324100. The procurement process was conducted through a direct method, utilising a single tender action below the threshold. The contract, valued at £37,500, will be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is now complete, with key dates being the tender period ending on 5th January 2025, contract commencement on 6th January 2025, and contract conclusion on 31st December 2026.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with experience in system maintenance. While the contract was awarded to Q9 Elements Ltd, a large-scale supplier, similar businesses with robust capabilities in delivering comprehensive IT services could find future opportunities in public procurement. Companies suited to such bids include those with a strong track record in IT infrastructure support, offering innovative and efficient solutions to large organisations such as universities. Engaging in such contracts could enable these businesses to enhance their portfolios and secure long-term growth.

## Notice

IT Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd437717-c55d-4fba-9ee7-0fa78bf43ac2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £37,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,500 |
| 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 PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | Q9 ELEMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50324100 - System maintenance services

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2025 at 08:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd437717-c55d-4fba-9ee7-0fa78bf43ac2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd437717-c55d-4fba-9ee7-0fa78bf43ac2
  12th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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