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title: "(NU1684) Supply and Maintenance of Database for Realising Opportunities Programme"
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# (NU1684) Supply and Maintenance of Database for Realising Opportunities Programme

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c6c56400-83e4-4841-9115-c7cb3d7c4f6b

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## Summary

Newcastle University is initiating a tender for the supply and maintenance of a database for the Realising Opportunities Programme, valued at £50,000. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically data services, and is being conducted through an open procedure. The tender period is set to close on 4th June 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 1st August 2021 and run until 31st July 2022. Interested parties should prepare their submissions and ensure they meet the technical requirements outlined in the tender documentation.

This opportunity presents a significant prospect for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in data services, database development, and technical support. Companies that are able to provide responsive training and maintenance services, particularly those with a proven track record in supporting educational institutions, will be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this tender may enable businesses to expand their clientele within the educational sector and enhance their reputation through collaboration with Newcastle University and its partners.

## Notice

In order to underpin the work of the Realising Opportunities Partnership, a secure online database is required to store participating student information and support key functions, such as capturing the progression of students on the RO Academic Skills Module and the exchange of information with key stakeholders. The Central Team, based at Newcastle University, are the main users of the database but there are over 600 users be they staff at Partner universities or academic colleagues providing feedback on students' work. The scope of this contract includes: * The provision of an online database. * Responsive technical support and training. * Updates/development/maintenance of the database.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a6963a7-efdd-4d4b-9b85-91145a2a910b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72300000 - Data services

## Release History

- 21 May 2021 at 15:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a6963a7-efdd-4d4b-9b85-91145a2a910b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a6963a7-efdd-4d4b-9b85-91145a2a910b
  21st May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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