--- title: "Case & Contracts Management - Request for Information" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f446b6ba-bcb0-44f0-903d-1d6a7cf725a3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f446b6ba-bcb0-44f0-903d-1d6a7cf725a3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f446b6ba-bcb0-44f0-903d-1d6a7cf725a3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f446b6ba-bcb0-44f0-903d-1d6a7cf725a3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2024-10-02" --- # Case & Contracts Management - Request for Information Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f446b6ba-bcb0-44f0-903d-1d6a7cf725a3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f446b6ba-bcb0-44f0-903d-1d6a7cf725a3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f446b6ba-bcb0-44f0-903d-1d6a7cf725a3.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is initiating a public procurement process under the title "Case & Contracts Management - Request for Information" in the category of software package and information systems. This tender aims to identify a technical solution to enhance the management of research contracts and cases. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure below the threshold. The University anticipates formal expressions of interest by 17 October 2024, with the contract period slated to commence on 1 January 2025 and end on 8 February 2027. The geographical scope includes the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the rest of the world. Detailed procurement documents are available on the University's In-Tend procurement portal. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in document management and compliance software packages to expand their market presence. Companies offering cutting-edge, user-friendly solutions that enhance transparency and oversight in contract management will find this procurement particularly advantageous. While small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) may not be specifically targeted, any established software vendor with robust capabilities to integrate and streamline contract management processes should consider participating. Engaging in this tender could facilitate long-term partnerships and bolster business growth within the educational sector. ## Notice The University is undertaking a project to improve the experience of academic staff and support staff when managing research contracts and cases. A review of the current processes highlighted a need for a technical solution to provide oversight, transparency and drafting capabilities. As part of this project, it has been identified that it would be beneficial to conduct soft market testing to ascertain the offerings around case and contract management This request for information will be used to shortlist suppliers for a subsequent closed procurement exercise. The University of Manchester no longer meets the criteria of a 'body governed by public law' and is therefore not considered a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation. As a result, the University of Manchester will no longer be subject to the regime contained in The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation with effect from 1 August 2023. However, as an institution founded for the public good, an exempt charity and an organization in receipt of public funds, the University has a duty to manage expenditure in an appropriate manner and aims to deliver value for money across its non-pay spend by adhering to good procurement practice. Additional information: Information, formalities and necessary requirements to be met will be set out in the procurement documents, all of which are freely available via the University's procurement portal In-Tend - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71ae0cab-c5a1-432e-a022-a7f59c99f173 | | 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 | 2 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 17 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 8 Feb 2027 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M13 9PL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Hulme | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 48170000 - Compliance software package - 48311000 - Document management software package ## Release History - 2 Oct 2024 at 12:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71ae0cab-c5a1-432e-a022-a7f59c99f173 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71ae0cab-c5a1-432e-a022-a7f59c99f173 2nd October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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