---
title: "SU105(25) Similarity Detection Software"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059448"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SWANSEA UNIVERSITY"
published: "2025-09-04"
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# SU105(25) Similarity Detection Software

Buyer: SWANSEA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059448

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Swansea University, located in Swansea, United Kingdom, which has awarded a contract for the purchase of similarity detection software to Turnitin UK Ltd. The process, identified by tender ID SU105(25), falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems." The procurement stage is complete, with the award being active as of 4th September 2025. The contract commenced on 1st August 2025 and will conclude on 31st July 2026. This process was conducted using a direct procurement method, suitable for purchases below the threshold, without competition, and governed under the 2023/54 UKPGA legal framework.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses specialising in software and information systems, especially those capable of providing advanced similarity detection solutions. Large businesses, like Turnitin UK Ltd, who have the infrastructure to support substantial contracts, would be well suited to compete in such procurements. Engaging in contracts like this with public authorities such as Swansea University can facilitate business growth by enhancing their client portfolios and expanding their presence in the educational sector. The association with a reputable institution also provides significant value to the supplier's track record, fostering potential future opportunities within the public procurement landscape.

## Notice

Purchase of similarity detection software

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053985-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £41,968 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SWANSEA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA2 8PP |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Sketty |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 4 Sep 2025 at 14:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053985-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053985-2025
  4th September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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