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title: "2425-32-DTS-RLD Online Reading Lists software (Talis Aspire)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05845c"
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# 2425-32-DTS-RLD Online Reading Lists software (Talis Aspire)

Buyer: SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05845c

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## Summary

This procurement process was conducted by Sheffield Hallam University to acquire the Talis Aspire Unlimited software, focusing on software-related services under the industry category of Library Management Services. The procurement, located in Sheffield (region UKE32), was completed using a limited method without prior publication of a call for competition under Lot 2 of the APUC Framework Agreement ITS1062 AP - Library Management Systems and Associated Services. Originally, the contract was set for three years with an option to extend for an additional year. The award was finalised on 31st July 2025 for Talis Education Ltd, with the contract being active from that date.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in educational software, digital platforms for academic management, and compliance services. Companies that can provide software solutions for enhancing educational accessibility and library services would find this type of procurement beneficial for growth. Firms that focus on quality, as evidenced by the tender's criteria emphasising 80% on quality and 20% on price, would be well-suited to compete in such bids. The involvement of an SME like Talis Education Ltd, based in London, underscores the opportunities available for small and medium-sized enterprises in the education technology sector within the UK.

## Notice

Sheffield Halam University has purchased the online software, TALIS Aspire Unlimited. This was purchased under the APUC Framework Agreement ITS1062 AP - Library Management Systems and associated services, Lot 2. Talis Aspire Unlimited includes the following: Talis Aspire Reading Lists - A digital platform for managing and sharing academic reading lists. Copyright Clearance - Integrated service to ensure compliance with copyright regulations. Advanced MIS (Management Information System) - Enhanced reporting and analytics capabilities.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This purchase will support academic staff and students by streamlining access to course materials, improving copyright compliance, and enhancing data-driven decision-making within library services.

Options: The contract is for 3 years with an option to extend the contract for a further 1 year

### Procurement Information

A compliant direct award was made after carrying out a desk top exercise under Lot 2 of the APUC Framework Agreement ITS1062 AP - Library Management Systems and Associated Services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047336-2025 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 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 | £203,185 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 1WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE32 Sheffield |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TALIS EDUCATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 72260000 - Software-related services
- 79995000 - Library management services

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2025 at 13:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047336-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://www.shu.ac.uk

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