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title: "UCA - Reading List Management Platform - AWARD"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f0ae1071-deac-4d70-a2ce-243057a3f608"
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# UCA - Reading List Management Platform - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f0ae1071-deac-4d70-a2ce-243057a3f608

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## Summary

The University for the Creative Arts is currently at the award stage for the procurement of a Reading List Management Platform. This public procurement falls under the category of software packages and information systems, with specific references to library software and IT software packages. The contract period is set to commence on 31 October 2019 and will run until 30 October 2022. Although the tender process for submissions closed on 2 September 2019, the awarded contract has been granted to Talis Education, which is a large supplier based in Birmingham, UK. The overall procurement process utilised the open procedure method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for business growth for organisations involved in software development and library management systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative and efficient solutions in the realm of digital education and resource management may find potential in competing for similar future contracts. As universities increasingly seek to enhance their digital platforms, businesses that align their offerings with educational institutions' needs are well-positioned to succeed in this sector.

## Notice

The University for the Creative Arts is currently out to tender for a Reading list Management Platform Suppliers that would like to take part in this tender process are invited to Express Interest until midday 2 Sept 2019 upon which they will be given access to the full tender documentation through this e-tendering system. Tender submissions must be received by Midday 02/09/2019 Please allow sufficient time to make your return as late returns will not be permitted. Any questions relating to this tender should be made via correspondence on the website and can be addressed to the main contact as shown in the details above.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b7d2429-94fc-40eb-b799-300ac5b940b2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 Oct 2019 - 30 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS |
| Locality | UK |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU9 7DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Waverley |
| Electoral ward | Farnham North West |
| Westminster constituency | Farnham and Bordon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TALIS EDUCATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48160000 - Library software package
- 48517000 - IT software package

## Release History

- 22 Oct 2019 at 09:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b7d2429-94fc-40eb-b799-300ac5b940b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b7d2429-94fc-40eb-b799-300ac5b940b2
  22nd October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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