--- title: "Provision of Replacement Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Solution" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02fe38" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02fe38" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02fe38.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02fe38.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY" published: "2021-12-07" --- # Provision of Replacement Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Solution Buyer: DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02fe38 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02fe38) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02fe38.json) ## Summary De Montfort University is currently conducting a tender for the "Provision of Replacement Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Solution," classified under the software package and information systems category within the goods procurement sector. Located in Leicester, UK, this procurement is at the active tender stage, with bids due by 24th January 2022. The total estimated value of the contract is £2,100,000. The contract period is set to commence on 27th May 2022 and run until 26th May 2027, with potential options for renewal extending the total duration to up to 15 years, depending on performance. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in educational technology, software development, and IT services to expand their market presence. Companies that specialise in virtual learning environments, digital transformation solutions, or academic software systems would be particularly well-suited to compete. The awarded contract will require the successful supplier to provide comprehensive services, including supply, implementation, ongoing support, and future innovations, making this an advantageous opportunity for businesses aiming to engage with the educational sector. ## Notice De Montfort University requires the Provision of a Replacement Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Solution to the whole University and is seen as a critical system for the future ongoing learning and development of both staff and students. The University currently has a contract in place for the provision of an on premise solution until 31st December 2023 latest, for which there is no further ability to extend in its' current form. Supply and implementation of a new VLE Solution is therefore required and which will have to take place by no later than 31st May 2023, to ensure the University is fully prepared for academic delivery in September 2023. The ITT and any future Contract includes for supply, implementation, ongoing support and future innovation. Full details of Scope, Strategic Objectives and Overview, Specification, Terms applicable and all other provisions related to this procurement and any future awarded Contract, are contained within the University's Invitation to Tender. ### Lot Information Lot 1 De Montfort University requires the Provision of a Replacement Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Solution to the whole University for both students and staff and is seen as a critical system for the future ongoing learning and development of both staff and students, alongside other University strategies such as Education 2030. The University currently has a contract in place for the provision of an on premise solution until 31st December 2023 latest, for which there is no further ability to extend in its' current form. Supply and implementation of a new VLE Solution is therefore required and which will have to take place by no later than 31st May 2023, to ensure the University is fully prepared for academic delivery for the start of the 2023/24 academic year in September 2023. The Invitation to Tender documentation and any future Contract will include for supply of a new Solution and all associated implementation including training, ongoing support and maintenance, and allow for future development and innovation. It is highlighted to Tenderers that Technical Requirements, Pedagogic and Business Requirements and Pricing all feature particularly high within our Award Criteria, but our full criteria also include a number of other key aspects and deliverables for the University . An award of Contract will be made to the Most Economically Advantageous Tender and the evaluation process will include presentations, demonstrations and product trials. Full details surrounding the Scope, associated Strategic Objectives and Overview, Specification, Terms applicable and all other provisions related to this procurement and any future awarded Contract arising from this procurement, including all Tenderer instructions, are contained within the University's Invitation to Tender. Options: The University at its' sole discretion and subject to satisfactory performance of the appointed Supplier reserves the right to also extend this Contract for the following further option years beyond the Initial Term of 5 years, of plus 3 years, 3 years, 2 years and 2 years, making for a total potential Contract duration of 15 years. Renewal: The Initial Term subject to being renewed on an options basis for a number of further potential terms as outlined further at ll.2.11 below. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030401-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 May 2022 - 26 May 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,100,000 | | Lots value | £2,100,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY | | Locality | LEICESTER | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE1 9BH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester | | Local authority | Leicester | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Leicester South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems ## Release History - 7 Dec 2021 at 16:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030401-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.dmu.ac.uk - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/demontfort/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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