--- title: "Online Learning at Sussex" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0522d3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0522d3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0522d3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0522d3.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)" published: "2025-10-02" --- # Online Learning at Sussex Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0522d3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0522d3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0522d3.json) ## Summary The University of Sussex, located in Falmer, Brighton, is currently in the planning stage for a tender concerning Online Programme Management (OPM) Services. The tender, titled "Online Learning at Sussex," falls under the services industry category, with a focus on administrative educational services. The contract aims to enhance the university's online learning services both nationally and internationally, following the expiration of the current contract on 5 October 2027 and the commencement of the new contract on 6 October 2027. A key market engagement process is underway, with interested parties required to complete an online questionnaire by 23 October 2025. The engagement period will continue until the end of December 2025. Future procurement notices are expected by 31 March 2026. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in online learning platforms, educational marketing, course development, and student support services. It is an excellent opportunity for companies with expertise in these areas to align themselves with a prestigious institution like the University of Sussex. Businesses that can offer innovative approaches to flexible, modular online learning solutions will be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in the market research during this planning phase can provide valuable insights and potential advantages in shaping the eventual procurement strategy, contributing to the university's strategic aims and enhancing its global reputation. ## Notice The University of Sussex (Sussex) is preparing to seek a partner for the provision of Online Programme Management (OPM) Services, with the current contract set to expire on 5 October 2027 and the new contract commencing on 6 October 2027. Under the existing arrangement, Sussex has collaborated with a partner to deliver a portfolio of Masters-level degree courses accessible to students both nationally and internationally via online distance learning. The current contract encompasses a range of services across three core areas. * Marketing and Recruitment: Market Research and Strategy, Lead Generation, Inquiry Management, Admissions Support, Application Processing, Reporting and Analysis. * Course Development and Delivery Model: Course Design and Development, Content Creation, Platform Integration, Technical Support, Continuous Improvement, Compliance and Reporting. * Student Support: Induction and Orientation, Ongoing Support, Monitoring and Communication, Reporting. As the end of the current collaboration approaches, Sussex is actively reviewing its strategy for online learning. The University's strategic aims are to establish a sustainable, high-quality online provision aligned with the University's strategic priorities, enhancing our institutional reputation globally. The provision will be future-ready in terms of modularity, flexibility, and compliance with regulatory frameworks such as the Lifelong Learning Entitlement. Further details regarding this engagement are available in the Instruction Document, which can be accessed via the e-sourcing portal, Proactis: https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/account/login While participation in this engagement is not mandatory for involvement in any future procurement process, responses received will help inform the Contracting Authority about the level of market interest. Additionally, feedback from this engagement may help shape the final service requirements and inform the design of the forthcoming procurement strategy, ensuring it reflects both institutional priorities and sector best practice. ### Planning Information The purpose of this engagement is for Sussex to gauge potential interest and obtain information from the market which will help inform and shape its service requirements. Further details regarding this engagement are available in the Instruction Document, which can be accessed via the e-sourcing portal, Proactis: https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/account/login Should you experience any difficulties registering or accessing the portal, please contact the Proactis helpdesk using the link below: https://suppliersupport.proactisservicedesk.com The initial stage of the engagement asks interested parties to complete an online questionnaire on or before 23 October 2025 at 10.00am. Please note the engagement period end date has been set as end of December 2025 to allow for the possibility of the further engagement which will be coordinated through the e-sourcing portal, Proactis. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061725-2025 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 31 Mar 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Oct 2027 - 5 Oct 2037 | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## 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 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services ### Codes - 75121000 - Administrative educational services ## Release History - 2 Oct 2025 at 12:48 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061725-2025 - 23 May 2025 at 13:02 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026420-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061725-2025 2nd October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026420-2025 23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.sussex.ac.uk - https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/account/login - https://suppliersupport.proactisservicedesk.com - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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