---
title: "Unit4 Upgrade Support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050671"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050671.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
published: "2025-04-23"
---

# Unit4 Upgrade Support

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050671

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## Summary

The University of Sussex, based in Brighton, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process titled "Unit4 Upgrade Support," in the field of IT services, encompassing consulting, software development, internet, and support. This process falls under the category of services, with procurement conducted via a limited method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication. Initially intended for support with Unit4 stabilization required before a SAS upgrade, the process reached the award stage on 23rd April 2025, selecting Academia Ltd as the designated supplier. The contract, valued at £66,085.76, was signed on 14th April 2025. Despite some elements of the tender competition being cancelled, the contract is currently active with a specific focus on information technology services within the UK region.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT support and services, particularly those with expertise in system upgrades and software stabilization. While the procurement has been fulfilled through a direct award, other companies with similar capabilities might consider positioning themselves for future tenders by enhancing their visibility and establishing relationships with universities and similar institutions. By showcasing their expertise in IT services and demonstrating an ability to handle complex upgrade and stabilisation projects, businesses of this nature can remain competitive and poised for success in potential similar procurements. Given the limited procurement process, participating in similar direct award procurements may particularly suit larger companies equipped to meet specific and potentially unadvertised needs efficiently.

## Notice

Support with Unit4 stabilization required prior to SAS upgrade.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Support with Unit4 stabilization required prior to SAS upgrade.

### Procurement Information

SLRA Framework direct award

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016567-2025 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £66,085 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | FALMER, BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2025 at 13:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016567-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sussex.ac.uk

## Provenance

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