--- title: "Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services - APUC Framework" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000475449" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000475449" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000475449.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000475449.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "APUC LIMITED" published: "2017-11-17" --- # Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services - APUC Framework Buyer: APUC LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000475449 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000475449) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000475449.json) ## Summary The APUC Limited is currently engaged in the procurement of the "Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services - APUC Framework" tender, classified under the education industry category. This open procedure is aimed at providing crucial software solutions, support, maintenance, and implementation services related to similarity detection systems for universities and colleges in Scotland. The tender period will conclude on 19 June 2017, after which the award period will commence. The delivery address for this service is located in Scotland, with key contacts at APUC Limited reachable for further inquiries. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational technology and software services, particularly those experienced in providing similarity detection solutions. Companies that can demonstrate relevant capabilities, proven track records in academic settings, and the ability to deliver comprehensive technical support and service would be well-positioned to compete effectively. With an anticipated spend range of £0.8 million to £8 million throughout the framework period, this initiative encourages participation from innovative firms looking to expand their market within the education sector. ## Notice Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services including, without limitation to, provision of: all required software functionality; support and maintenance; hosting where applicable; implementation including data migration where applicable. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Framework for Similarity Detection Systems for Universities and Colleges in Scotland including provision of all software. Potential Services include, but are not limited to: System Implementation and Migration Support; Support and Maintenance; Hosting; Archiving. Functionality required includes, without limitation to, similarity analysis and reports on student assignment submissions. The agreement will be open to the members of Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC Limited). Parties eligible to use the Framework Agreement are as listed in Appendix E - List of Institutions within the ITT. During the course of the framework there is the potential for any of the following members of the UK Universities Procurement Consortia (UKUPC) to join: Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (SUPC) London Universities Purchasing Consortium (LUPC) North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC) North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC) Higher Education Purchasing Consortium, Wales (HEPCW) Please see the tender documents for further information. Renewal: Two further renewal periods of twelve (12) months each at the Authority's sole discretion. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301468 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Nov 2017 | | Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 8 Nov 2017 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Every four years. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | APUC LIMITED | | Locality | STIRLING | | Post town | Falkirk and Stirling | | Postcode | FK8 2DZ | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling | | Local authority | Stirling | | Electoral ward | Stirling East | | Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## 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 - 48190000 - Educational software package - 48611000 - Database software package - 72260000 - Software-related services ## Release History - 17 Nov 2017 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301468 - 19 May 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY283681 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY283681 Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services - APUC Framework - Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services including, without limitation to, provision of: all required software functionality; support and maintenance; hosting where applicable; implementation including data migration where applicable. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301468 Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services - APUC Framework - Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services including, without limitation to, provision of: all required software functionality; support and maintenance; hosting where applicable; implementation including data migration where applicable. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000475449 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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