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title: "UOW974 - Sports Performance Software & GPS Tracking System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05cd4c"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER"
published: "2026-05-19"
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# UOW974 - Sports Performance Software & GPS Tracking System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05cd4c

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## Summary

The University of Worcester has completed the tender process for its "UOW974 - Sports Performance Software & GPS Tracking System" project, which aimed to enhance its capabilities in sports performance analysis and GPS-based physical tracking. Located in Worcester, United Kingdom, and operating as a sub-central government public authority, the University employed an open procurement method with a competitive flexible procedure. The contract was split into two lots: Sports Performance Analysis Software and GPS Physical Tracking Solution. Key suppliers, Hudl and Catapult, were awarded the contract on 19 May 2026, with the contract period beginning on 1 September 2026 and lasting until 31 August 2029. The total contract value amounts to approximately £484,290.09, with an option for renewal via two 12-month extensions.

This procurement offers significant growth opportunities for companies specializing in sports technology and performance analytics. Businesses with expertise in developing industry-specific software packages and GPS navigation systems are particularly well-positioned to engage in this sector. The project requires advanced data capture, analysis, and reporting, making it suitable for firms experienced in creating intuitive, secure software solutions compliant with GDPR regulations. Companies that deliver scalable, educational technology or those aiming to form research partnerships in academic contexts can also find valuable collaboration opportunities. Additionally, businesses fitting the SME category have previously participated, indicating a receptiveness to engaging smaller enterprises in similar future tenders.

## Notice

This is a formal invitation to tender. The University of Worcester is seeking to enhance its Sports Performance Analysis (SPA) and GPS-based physical tracking capabilities. This solution supports the University's strategic growth in SPA across multiple academic teaching programs, research partnerships, and applied sport contexts. To support the University's ambitious growth in its SPA portfolio the University is seeking a SPA and GPS-based physical performance tracking solution, enabling advanced data capture, analysis, and reporting across a range of sports and educational environments. The solution should support both teaching and applied practice by enabling real-time and post-event performance analysis, integrating GPS tracking with video and event coding, and providing intuitive dashboards to enhance student learning and research engagement. It should feature intuitive dashboards and reporting tools tailored for use by coaches, analysts, and students, while ensuring secure data collection and management in full compliance with GDPR. Additionally, the solution must be scalable to support deployment across academic modules, research projects, and external partnerships. The University of Worcester is splitting the two requirements into separate lots to include LOT1 Sports Performance Analysis Software and LOT2 GPS Physical Tracking Solution. Suppliers must register their interest on the following tender platform https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofworcester/aspx/Home

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Two options of a further two years pending the requirments still remain

### Planning Information

Pre Market Engagement document is availble via the University's In-Tend portal
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofworcester/aspx/
You will need to register as a supplier on the system to gain access if you are not already registered.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045902-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | 9 Dec 2025 |
| Award date | 18 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2029-08-31 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £403,575 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR2 6AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | St Clement |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CATAPULT; HUDL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 38112100 - Global navigation and positioning systems (GPS or equivalent)
- 48100000 - Industry specific software package

## Release History

- 19 May 2026 at 15:49 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045902-2026
- 10 Dec 2025 at 14:33 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081560-2025
- 15 Oct 2025 at 13:07 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065610-2025
- 15 Oct 2025 at 12:34 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065588-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045902-2026
  19th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081560-2025
  10th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065610-2025
  15th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065588-2025
  15th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.worcester.ac.uk/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofworcester/aspx/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofworcester/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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