---
title: "Arbortext Publishing Engine Developer License"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c7f4"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE OPEN UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-07-09"
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# Arbortext Publishing Engine Developer License

Buyer: THE OPEN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c7f4

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## Summary

In a recent procurement process, The Open University engaged in acquiring an "Arbortext Publishing Engine Developer License." The procurement is classified under the industry category of "Software package and information systems," and is located in the United Kingdom, specifically Milton Keynes. The process, initiated as a tender, has reached the award stage with the contract completion, having been awarded on 9th July 2026. This contract will run from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2028, ensuring software development capabilities for The Open University. The procurement method fell below the threshold, and further legal details align with UK legislation 2023/54.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specializing in software package development, especially those offering niche solutions like the Arbortext Publishing Engine. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) focusing on innovation within the software industry would find this procurement particularly lucrative, as evidenced by the successful award to Academia Limited. By participating in such tenders, businesses can expand their clientele, enhance their market presence, and engage in long-term partnerships with esteemed institutions like The Open University. This contract signifies openings for skilled software developers and firms to demonstrate value by providing robust solutions and services in the education sector.

## Notice

PTC Arbortext Publishing Engine Development and Testing License.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064899-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,175 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE OPEN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK7 6AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Monkston |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2026 at 15:41 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064899-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064899-2026
  9th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://academia.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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