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title: "PURCH2360 PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR A SOFTWARE DEVELOPER TO DEVELOP A MANAGEMENT PLATFORM TO SUPPORT THE USE OF AMAZON ALEXA DEVICES"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000762300"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2024-03-27"
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# PURCH2360 PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR A SOFTWARE DEVELOPER TO DEVELOP A MANAGEMENT PLATFORM TO SUPPORT THE USE OF AMAZON ALEXA DEVICES

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000762300

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow is seeking to procure a contract for a software developer to develop a management platform to support the use of Amazon Alexa devices. The tender, identified as PURCH2360, is in the services category and is currently in the active stage. The tender deadline for submissions is April 17, 2024, with bid opening scheduled for the same day in Glasgow. This presents an opportunity for businesses in the technology and software development sector to compete for this contract in the open procedure.

This tender by the University of Glasgow can provide growth opportunities for technology companies specializing in software development. Businesses that excel in developing innovative solutions for smart devices, particularly those familiar with Amazon Alexa integration, are well-suited to compete. The contract period is set for 210 days, with potential renewal phases outlined. Interested parties must ensure compliance with the specified submission criteria and provide relevant documents in electronic format via the submission portal before the deadline.

## Notice

PURCH2360 PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR A SOFTWARE DEVELOPER TO DEVELOP A MANAGEMENT PLATFORM TO SUPPORT THE USE OF AMAZON ALEXA DEVICES Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

### Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2360 PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR A SOFTWARE DEVELOPER TO DEVELOP A MANAGEMENT PLATFORM TO SUPPORT THE USE OF AMAZON ALEXA DEVICES The University of Glasgow is embarking on a new innovative programme to develop a management platform to support the use of Amazon Alexa devices as a fleet managed system for scaled deployment. The platform will interface directly with Amazons 'Amazon Smart Properties' (ASP) system via APIs Please refer to the PURCH2360 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services document for additional information and specification.

Renewal: Period of 4-6 weeks for stage 1 and if successful a period of 12-20 weeks for stage 2 and if successful a period of 4-8 weeks for stage 3.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501953 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G12 8QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Hillhead |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72300000 - Data services

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501953

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501953&idx=6
  27th March 2024 - PURCH2360 Consultancy Agreement (Company)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501953&idx=7
  27th March 2024 - PURCH2360- SCHEDULE 1B - C&SRM KPI Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501953&idx=8
  27th March 2024 - PURCH2360- SCHEDULE 1C - Non-Compliance Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501953&idx=1
  27th March 2024 - PURCH2360 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501953&idx=2
  27th March 2024 - PURCH2360 - C&SRM Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501953&idx=3
  27th March 2024 - PURCH2360 - C&SRM Stakeholder Feedback Form Brief 0-5 (1)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501953&idx=4
  27th March 2024 - PURCH2360 - SCHEDULE 1B - CODE OF CONDUCT - FINAL (PDF)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501953&idx=5
  27th March 2024 - PURCH2360 - SPD Qualification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501953
  PURCH2360 PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR A SOFTWARE DEVELOPER TO DEVELOP A MANAGEMENT PLATFORM TO SUPPORT THE USE OF AMAZON ALEXA DEVICES - PURCH2360 PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR A SOFTWARE DEVELOPER TO DEVELOP A MANAGEMENT PLATFORM TO SUPPORT THE USE OF AMAZON ALEXA DEVICES Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000762300
- https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/procurementoffice/informationforsuppliers/allsuppliers/
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=762300
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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