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title: "100000"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a362"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER"
published: "2025-09-26"
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# 100000

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a362

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## Summary

The University of Ulster is planning a procurement exercise under the title "100000" for network management software services, specifically focused on developing an integrated Project Management Information System (PMIS). This procurement falls under the services category and is classified primarily under CPV code 72511000. The process is currently in the planning phase, with a Prior Information Notice (PIN) and Request for Information (RFI) issued to seek market input for best practice specifications and to shape the procurement strategy. Although the future notice date is currently set for 24 November 2025, this information may change. The services are anticipated to cover multiple regions within the UK, offering opportunities in network management and software development.

This tender represents significant potential for businesses involved in software package and information systems, particularly for those specialising in project management software development, system implementation planning, and software maintenance services. By engaging in this early market consultation, businesses can influence the procurement strategy that will be finalised by the University of Ulster. This opportunity is particularly well-suited for companies looking to expand their footprint in the educational sector or those with expertise in managing complex IT solutions within a university setting. Potential suppliers are encouraged to express interest and prepare for the official tender process once it is launched.

## Notice

est. PS100k

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this Prior Information Notice (PIN) and Request for Information (RFI) is to invite potential service providers to express an interest and provide information to assist with best practice system specification for an integrated Project Management Information System (PMIS) contract. The procurement route, duration and type of contract(s) shall be determined following this preliminary market consultation and engagement with market participants. It is this which will inform the University's strategy for an integrated PMIS contract. It is important to note that this PIN / RFI is not a call for competition, a pre-qualification questionnaire, part of any pre-qualification / selection process or a current tender opportunity. Potential service providers will need to express an interest in any future tender opportunity once a Contract Notice (or equivalent) is published. Please note that all information provided in this RFI is indicative only and subject to change. The University reserves the right, at its absolute discretion, to modify this information at any time and for any reason. Information requested at this stage is not for evaluation purposes. This RFI is intended as an awareness, communication and information-gathering exercise. An expression of interest is no indication of a commitment to participate in the RFI process, nor does it infer any preferential or special status on those individuals and organisations who express an interest in the RFI exercise. Please see Appendix 1 for full details of this RFI.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060222-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning 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 | 26 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 24 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 ULSTER |
| Locality | COLERAINE |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT52 1SA |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens |
| Local authority | Causeway Coast and Glens |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | East Londonderry |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland |

## 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
- 72212331 - Project management software development services
- 72224100 - System implementation planning services
- 72263000 - Software implementation services
- 72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software
- 72511000 - Network management software services

## Release History

- 26 Sep 2025 at 13:49 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060222-2025

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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