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title: "VLE for SPD"
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# VLE for SPD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d68421b9-8b0d-46af-b6f3-51068ed0668d

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the University of Salford, seeks submissions for the "VLE for SPD" project, which involves creating a Virtual Learning Environment platform to enhance educational experiences through technology. This opportunity falls under the goods category, specifically for educational software packages, with a tender period set to conclude on 4th May 2018. The project has a contract value starting at £25,000, with performances expected to commence on 25th May 2018 and extend until 25th April 2019. The procurement is carried out using an open procedure, suitable for suppliers looking to engage directly with the University.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on educational technology solutions. Companies with expertise in developing integrated learning platforms, marketing solutions for online courses, and those who can ensure seamless user engagement will find this project particularly suitable. The University of Salford aims to partner with innovative solution providers, making this a valuable opportunity for tech firms, especially those targeting educational institutions looking to enhance their digital offerings.

## Notice

To identify and select a solution and delivery partner to support the realisation of the Salford Professional Development (SPD) Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Project. SPDs strategy is to create a VLE platform offering a world class learner experience that will allow SPD to create a new person-centred and career-focussed learning opportunity for individuals, providing a way to enrich their learning experiences through leading technology. The solution will provide an end to end solution, starting from a marketing page advertising the courses available, through registration, payment (via integration with an existing service), into teaching and finally completion. The project will involve the procurement and then commissioning of a solution into a live production environment. Additional information: The lowest value has been declared at PS25,000 but the University does not know at this stage what the actual value might be. Please go to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home to register and apply. All correspondence for this project must be made via the Intend portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/125f2e44-4719-4279-9eda-f0469d6345a4 |
| 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 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 4 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 May 2018 - 25 Apr 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE) |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 4WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48190000 - Educational software package

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2018 at 14:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/125f2e44-4719-4279-9eda-f0469d6345a4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/125f2e44-4719-4279-9eda-f0469d6345a4
  17th April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home
  Intend portal

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