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title: "Statistical Analysis Software"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
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# Statistical Analysis Software

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000827313

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh, situated in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for statistical analysis software, specifically the IBM Advanced Predictive Analytics & Deployment Solution. The procurement falls under the "Education" sector with a classification code of "48000000" for goods. This contract was awarded to Version 1 Solutions Limited, the sole authorised reseller of the IBM SPSS suite required to meet the University's needs. The procurement was conducted through a limited method, where a call for competition was not published due to the technical rationale that Version 1 Solutions Limited possesses exclusive rights to distribute the necessary software. The contract, valued at £59,820, was signed on 25th March 2026, with the services set to commence on 1st September 2026.

The procurement of the IBM SPSS suite presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software distribution, particularly those with partnerships or reselling rights with major technology firms such as IBM. While the current procurement was limited to Version 1 Solutions Limited due to their unique position, businesses specialising in technical software solutions may consider forming alliances with tech giants to enable participation in future tenders with similar requirements. The focus on advanced statistical software indicates an ongoing demand for innovative technological solutions within the education sector, offering growth potential for businesses capable of delivering specialised and high-quality product offerings.

## Notice

IBM Advanced Predictive Analytics & Deployment Solution

### Lot Information

Lot 1

SPSS is a software suite used for statistical analysis. As well as SPSS, the suite includes SPSS Amos and SPSS Modeler which introduce an array of additional functionality. SPSS is an IBM tool supplied by Version 1.

### Procurement Information

This NCA is awarded due to technical reasons under PRA - 6(1)(b)(ii). There is no competition as Version 1 is the sole authorised reseller of the IBM APAD bundle of SPSS products, which is the only solution capable of meeting the University's requirements. The SPSS Suite has been selected for its comprehensive functionality, proven reliability, and established integration within the University's teaching and research environment. There are no comparable alternative products that can replace this package without impacting existing academic and research activities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552456 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 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 | £59,820 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VERSION 1 SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48463000 - Statistical software package

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552456

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552456
  Statistical Analysis Software - IBM Advanced Predictive Analytics & Deployment Solution

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827313

## Provenance

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