---
title: "SOTERweb License"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056bf6"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE OPEN UNIVERSITY"
published: "2025-08-04"
---

# SOTERweb License

Buyer: THE OPEN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056bf6

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## Summary

The Open University, a public authority within sub-central government, has completed the award stage of its procurement process for the "SOTERweb License," involving software services and IT consultancy. The contract has been won by Montgomery & Coupers Ltd, a large enterprise based in Leeds. This tender falls under the industry categories of Software Packages and Information Systems, as well as IT Services. The initial contract term spans from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028, with potential extensions up to 31st July 2030, contingent upon mutual agreement. Although the procurement was below the threshold, the financial arrangement involves a gross amount of £16,163,208 inclusive of VAT, with the net amount being £1,346,934.

This opportunity for the acquisition and deployment of comprehensive IT solutions presents significant business growth prospects for enterprises specialising in software development and information systems. Businesses proficient in providing scalable software solutions and consultancy services are particularly well-positioned to benefit from such contracts, showcasing their capability to enhance digital education platforms. Organisations like Montgomery & Coupers Ltd exemplify suitability due to its proven expertise and scale, allowing them to fulfil expansive licensing needs required by major educational institutions.

## Notice

SOTERweb Complete SOFTWARE (unlimited licenses for staff, students and contractors to all modules (including future developments). 161,632.08 (inc VAT)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045492-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,346,934 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE OPEN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK7 6AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Monkston |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MONTGOMERY & COUPERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2025 at 08:37 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045492-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045492-2025
  4th August 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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