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title: "Virtual Learning Environment - University of Aberdeen"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000646530"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN"
published: "2021-03-05"
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# Virtual Learning Environment - University of Aberdeen

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000646530

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen has successfully completed the tender process for the provision of a Virtual Learning Environment Software and Support, under the open procurement method. The procurement process was initiated with a tender titled "Virtual Learning Environment - University of Aberdeen" and is classified under the education industry category. Located in Aberdeen, UK, the contract was awarded to Blackboard International B.V. on 4th March 2021, with a contract value of £550,000. The procurement stage is marked as complete, and it covered the delivery of services related to the framework for Virtual Learning Environments (VLE) Systems.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technology and education sectors. Specifically, companies offering software solutions or support services for educational institutions would thrive in this competitive environment. With a procurement method that emphasised an open procedure, firms of various sizes, particularly those with previous experience in higher education projects, may find suitable growth prospects. Collaboration or partnerships may also benefit smaller firms looking to enter this market segment.

## Notice

Virtual Learning Environment Software and Support

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Virtual Learning Environment Software and Support. Direct Award Call off Using APUC Framework ITS1026 AP - Virtual Learning Environments (VLE) Systems.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR408737 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £550,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB24 3FX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLACKBOARD INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48190000 - Educational software package

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR408737

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR408737
  Virtual Learning Environment - University of Aberdeen - Virtual Learning Environment Software and Support

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000646530

## Provenance

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