---
title: "Student Assistance Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0665f6"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
published: "2026-03-10"
---

# Student Assistance Programme

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0665f6

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed the procurement process for a Student Assistance Programme scheduled for the academic year 2024/25, catering to subscription service needs. Located in Birmingham, UK, the buying organisation is categorised as a public authority under sub-central government. This agreement follows a direct procurement method, chosen for transactions below the threshold without competitive bidding. The contract commenced on 15th August 2024 and will conclude on 31st July 2025, with all necessary documentation signed on 14th August 2024. Spectrum Life, based in Manchester, UK, has been awarded the contract, marking the official procurement status as active, worth £84,000 excluding VAT.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for organisations specialising in service provision, particularly those focused on subscription-based models within the educational sector. SMEs capable of delivering student support services could find significant growth avenues, leveraging the strategic partnership with reputable institutions like the University of Birmingham. As the procurement method prioritises efficiency and budget constraints, businesses with innovative solutions at competitive rates are well-positioned for similar future tenders, expanding their client base and market presence.

## Notice

Student Assistance Programme for 7 months of 2024/25 (1.9.24-31.3.25)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021177-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 14 Aug 2024 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £84,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECTRUM LIFE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2026 at 09:40 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021177-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021177-2026
  10th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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