--- title: "Postgraduate Admissions System at Lancaster University" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-da9f410d-633f-4766-ade5-0c3f45440368" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-da9f410d-633f-4766-ade5-0c3f45440368" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-da9f410d-633f-4766-ade5-0c3f45440368.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-da9f410d-633f-4766-ade5-0c3f45440368.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LANCASTER UNIVERSITY" published: "2019-05-24" --- # Postgraduate Admissions System at Lancaster University Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-da9f410d-633f-4766-ade5-0c3f45440368 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-da9f410d-633f-4766-ade5-0c3f45440368) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-da9f410d-633f-4766-ade5-0c3f45440368.json) ## Summary Lancaster University is inviting tenders for the implementation of a Postgraduate Admissions System, aiming to streamline the processing of approximately 18,000 applications annually. The tender, classified under the industry category of Software package and information systems (CPV code 48000000), is currently in the Tender stage, with submission deadline set for 24th June 2019. The total contract value is £250,000, and the successful solution will be required to commence operations by 1st September 2019, continuing until 31st August 2022. Interested suppliers are encouraged to propose either an off-the-shelf solution or a third-party developer-led option, preferably responding to both proposals. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software development and integration, particularly those proficient in educational systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed to foster competitive bids. Winning this contract could enhance the selected vendor’s portfolio, demonstrating their capabilities in the higher education sector, and establishing long-term relationships with Lancaster University, a reputable institution located in the North West of the UK. ## Notice The Purchaser is inviting expressions of interest on the terms set out in this Tender for a postgraduate admissions system to be used for all new applications for Lancaster University. This will include at a high level: a) An applicant/ agent portal b) An admissions processing system c) A way of integrating with other systems (such as our student record system, accommodation etc). The current number of applications is approximately 18,000 per year. The number of users will be approximately 315: 15 admin licences 50 super licences - where a user can fully process all stages of an application 100 standard licences - where a user can update specific parts of the process 150 read only licences - give them access to view the information in the application but do not update any part of the process directly in the system. Suppliers are invited to put forward proposals for two different options: Option 1 = Off the shelf solution with customization to be advised by the supplier. Option 2 = Third Party, Developer Led, solution. It is preferred that suppliers submit a response for BOTH options. Suppliers must note and understand that at some point in the process a preferred option will be identified. Please clearly indicate in your covering letter the option(s) you are bidding for. Additional information: Please see procurement documents available at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/843978dd-c8df-4c44-81ba-87d8952b8285 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 May 2019 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2019 - 31 Aug 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £250,000 | | 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY | | Locality | LANCASTER | | Post town | Lancaster | | Postcode | LA1 4YW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre | | Local authority | Lancaster | | Electoral ward | University | | Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems ## Release History - 24 May 2019 at 14:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/843978dd-c8df-4c44-81ba-87d8952b8285 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/843978dd-c8df-4c44-81ba-87d8952b8285 24th May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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