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title: "Digital Experience Platform (DXP) platform with Content Management System (CMS) module"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-044ac1"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND"
published: "2024-08-20"
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# Digital Experience Platform (DXP) platform with Content Management System (CMS) module

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-044ac1

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland has concluded an open procedure to procure a Digital Experience Platform (DXP) that includes a Content Management System (CMS) module. This procurement falls under the category of "World wide web (www) site operation host services" and "Web search engine providers" in the services industry. The procurement covers the delivery of a scalable CMS solution, starting from June 2024 with invoicing scheduled from August 2024 to July 2027. The contract offers potential extensions up to July 2029. The tender process accepted electronic submissions, with a closing deadline for submissions set for 12 noon on 22 April 2024. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 357,183.33, was finalised on 1 August 2024 and entrusted to Zengenti Limited.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in web services, CMS development, and digital experience platforms. The University of Sunderland's emphasis on a robust, scalable solution allows companies to showcase their innovative technologies and expertise, fostering potential future collaborations and development. The procurement process also featured bids predominantly from SMEs, highlighting strong competition from versatile smaller firms. Businesses suited for this tender typically include those with a proven track record in CMS and DXP solutions, offering them a platform to expand their reputation and client base within the UK's educational sector.

## Notice

AWARDED The University of Sunderland (UoS) is pleased to announce the release of this Digital Experience Platform (DXP) tender with minimum delivery of a Content Management System (CMS) module, inviting qualified and experienced vendors to submit their proposals. The University is seeking a robust and scalable CMS solution that aligns with our specific requirements outlined in the tender document delivered by a DXP Provider, to allow for future development.Expected mobilisation of contract from June 2024 and invoicing commencing from August 2024 to July 2027 (with up to 2 x 1-year extensions taking it to a possible July 2029 contract) . By expressing your interest in the tender through InTend you will be given access to all the tender documents which outline the requirements and relevant dates, essential information, and what is required.Closing date for submissions - 12 noon - 22 April 2024

### Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARDED The University of Sunderland is seeking a robust and scalable CMS solution delivered by a Digital Experience Platform (DXP) Provider, to allow for future development. Expected mobilisation of contract from June 2024 and invoicing commencing from August 2024 to July 2027 (with up to 2 x 1-year extensions taking it to a possible July 2029 contract). By expressing your interest in the tender through InTend you will be given access to all the tender documents which outline the requirements and relevant dates, essential information, and what is required. Closing date for submission of tenders responses is - 12 noon - 22 April 2024. Additional information: Any commissions under this contract or framework maybe subject to external funding from bodies such as DfE, Arts Council, Heritage Lottery Fund, LEP, etc., and the successful suppliers will be expected to work with the University on any funding applications where appropriate. This list of funding bodies is not exhaustive.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026447-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £458,000 |
| Lots value | £458,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £357,183 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC23 Sunderland |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72212222 - Web server software development services
- 72212224 - Web page editing software development services
- 72413000 - World wide web (www) site design services
- 72414000 - Web search engine providers
- 72415000 - World wide web (www) site operation host services

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2024 at 11:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026447-2024
- 20 Mar 2024 at 12:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008991-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home
- https://www.sunderland.ac.uk

## Provenance

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