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title: "UK-Bradford: Software package and information systems"
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# UK-Bradford: Software package and information systems

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064c4a

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## Summary

The University of Bradford has completed a procurement process for a "Research Information System" under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems. This procurement, identified by the title "UK-Bradford: Software package and information systems," was carried out through the Digital Marketplace - G-Cloud 14 RM1557.14 framework. It involved acquiring a system to enhance data management related to research activities, including progress tracking, grant lifecycle monitoring, and preparation of Research Excellence Framework (REF) submissions. The contract, valued at £251,768, was awarded to Elsevier B.V. on 13th November 2025, with a start date of 1st February 2026 and an end date of 31st January 2029, extendable by up to 24 months. The awarded contract stands within the below-threshold category, with the procurement process marked complete as of 10th February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the software and information systems sector, specifically those focusing on academic institutions and research data management systems. Companies capable of providing robust solutions for data analysis, report generation, and research management will find this contract relevant for expansion into the educational sector, particularly with sub-central government entities. The procurement methodology employed provides a streamlined path for large enterprises like Elsevier B.V. to collaborate with educational buyers, potentially opening doors for future partnerships through such frameworks as G-Cloud. Businesses oriented towards offering scalable and integrative software solutions would be well-positioned to compete in similar tenders, promising considerable growth potential in serving the academic and research communities.

## Notice

Provision of a Research Information System to support the University with data management in relation to research and associated activities. Report creation, analysis and tracking of research progress, grant lifecycle monitoring and supporting with the preparation of REF submissions. Procured, evaluated and shortlisted through Digital Marketplace - G-Cloud 14 RM1557.14

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011788-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £251,768 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD7 1DP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2026 at 11:54 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011788-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011788-2026
  10th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11729

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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