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title: "Academic Integrity Software for Keele University"
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# Academic Integrity Software for Keele University

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF KEELE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f80bf495-b122-4c5b-88ba-6646d20a4360

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Academic Integrity Software for Keele University" was initiated by the University of Keele, based in Newcastle, England. This procurement falls under the industry category "Software package and information systems" and has been completed. The procurement method was a direct single tender action, with an award issued to Turnitin LLC for £25,074. The tender process concluded on 1st July 2025, with the contract period running from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2026. The procurement was particularly focused on ensuring the continuity and integration of academic processes at the university.

This tender presented opportunities for businesses specialising in academic software solutions, particularly those capable of integrating with existing university systems. While small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) were not specifically targeted for this contract, companies experienced in providing robust software packages could find similar opportunities beneficial for growth. Turnitin LLC, a large supplier, succeeded in securing this contract, highlighting the need for established solutions in the academic integrity domain.

## Notice

Turnitin Feedback Studio Originality Software renewal required to meet current requirements including existing University integrations and academic process continuity.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f73107eb-6aed-4812-81a2-dfce01ee699b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,074 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,074 |
| 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 OF KEELE |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST5 5BG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
| Electoral ward | Keele |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TURNITIN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 4 Nov 2025 at 17:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f73107eb-6aed-4812-81a2-dfce01ee699b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f73107eb-6aed-4812-81a2-dfce01ee699b
  4th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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