---
title: "PURCH2742 Contract for the Provision and Implementation of a Research Management System"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000807000"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2026-03-12"
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# PURCH2742 Contract for the Provision and Implementation of a Research Management System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000807000

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow, a body governed by public law, conducted a procurement process for the "PURCH2742 Contract for the Provision and Implementation of a Research Management System," categorised under the education sector (CPV code 73110000). This process covered the UKM82 region, with the contract awarded on 18th February 2026 and valued at £794,390. The procurement followed a selective method using a competitive procedure with negotiation. The award phase is complete, with Worktribe identified as the supplier. Initially, the tender phase allowed electronic submissions until 10th September 2025, indicating a well-structured process designed to enhance efficiency.

The procurement of a research management system presents growth opportunities, especially for businesses specialising in software and IT services, given its focus on service delivery in the education sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this suitable, as evidenced by Worktribe, a Nottingham-based SME, securing the contract. Businesses with robust technical capabilities and competitive pricing are poised to benefit. The selective procurement method with negotiation underscores the importance of quality and effective pricing strategy, offering firms the chance to establish or expand their presence in the education and public sector markets through similar partnerships.

## Notice

Award of PURCH2742 Contract for the Provision and Implementation of a Research Management System.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2742 Contract for the Provision and Implementation of a Research Management System.

Renewal: Option to extend 2 x 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551591 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £794,390 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551591
- 12 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536783

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=3
  22nd August 2025 - Appendix 1 PURCH2742 RMS SPD Qualification and Technical Combined
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=18
  22nd August 2025 - Appendix 1 PURCH2742 RMS SPD Qualification and Technical Combined
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=8
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 6 - Costings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=9
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 7 - Award Processing
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=10
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 8 - Timesheets
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=11
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 9 - Academic Consultancy and Commercial Activity
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=12
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 10 - Ethics
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=13
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 11 - Internal Collaboration
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=14
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 12 - Output Data and Reporting
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=15
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 13A - Non Functional Requirement
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=16
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 13B - General Non Functional
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=17
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 14 Legal Response
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=4
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 2 - Funding Opportunities
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=5
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 3 - Project Management
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=6
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 4 - External Organisations
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=7
  12th August 2025 - Appendix 5 - Contracts
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=1
  12th August 2025 - PURCH2742 RMS Invitation to Negotiate (ITN)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536783&idx=2
  12th August 2025 - PURCH2742 RMS Invitation to Submit Initial Bid (ITSIB)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536783
  PURCH2742 Contract for the Provision and Implementation of a Research Management System - PURCH2742 Contract for the Provision and Implementation of a Research Management System. 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
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551591
  PURCH2742 Contract for the Provision and Implementation of a Research Management System - Award of PURCH2742 Contract for the Provision and Implementation of a Research Management System.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000807000

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