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title: "Contract for the provision of DataCore Software Maintenance to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the provision of DataCore Software Maintenance to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd2f4b46-1c65-4f9b-a8e8-516f004af4e4

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed a procurement process for the provision of DataCore Software Maintenance, with a contract value of £56,100. The process was conducted through a limited procurement method, specifically a competitive quotation below threshold. The tender period ended on 19 March 2019, and the contract commenced on 29 March 2019, running until 28 March 2020. The project falls under the category of software maintenance and repair services, pertinent to the information technology industry, and is located in Birmingham, England.

This opportunity allows businesses involved in software maintenance and IT services to expand their reach by engaging with a prominent educational institution. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in software support and maintenance, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), would be well-suited to compete for similar tenders. This contract highlights the importance of reliable software solutions in educational settings, suggesting ongoing opportunities for businesses that can offer innovative and efficient maintenance services.

## Notice

Contract for the provision of DataCore Software Maintenance to the University of Birmingham.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad42d941-b578-4019-9522-e9646214e5c5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2019 - 28 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £56,100 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £56,100 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PARK PLACE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2019 at 11:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad42d941-b578-4019-9522-e9646214e5c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad42d941-b578-4019-9522-e9646214e5c5
  1st April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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