---
title: "Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000661200"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000661200.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "APUC LTD"
published: "2021-08-18"
---

# Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services

Buyer: APUC LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000661200

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by APUC Ltd, focuses on the supply of Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services. This contract falls within the goods category and pertains to the educational sector, specifically targeting universities and colleges across Scotland and the wider UK. The procurement stage is currently at the Award phase, following a detailed tender process. The contract was originally signed on 28th August 2017, with a recent amendment extending its duration due to unforeseen circumstances in the supply base, now set to expire on 31st August 2022.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software and educational technology, particularly those capable of providing systems implementation, support, and maintenance services. Companies of varying scales, including large firms and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are encouraged to engage in this competitive environment, particularly those who are able to demonstrate expertise in similarity analysis and reporting tools within the academic context. The resilience of the supply market and the necessity for enhanced services underscore the potential for growth and collaboration in this sector.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Framework Agreement for Similarity Detection Systems for Universities and Colleges in Scotland and the wider UK 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424730 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Aug 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,250,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | APUC LTD |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | TURNITIN; URKUND/OURIGINAL |

## 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

- 18 Aug 2021 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424730

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424730
  Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000661200

## Provenance

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