Scope
Reference
CU.2075.MP
Description
FindAPhD is a leading global platform for advertising PhD opportunities, connecting universities with prospective doctoral candidates worldwide. It provides a centralized hub where students can search for funded PhD projects, research programs, and scholarships across diverse disciplines. By leveraging FindAPhD, institutions can significantly enhance their visibility among a highly targeted audience of motivated researchers.
As part of this procurement, Cardiff University will purchase the Recommended Package from FindAPhD. This premium option offers the most comprehensive level of service, ensuring maximum exposure for our research programs and projects. Key features include:
Contract 1. FindAMasters and FindAPhD
Supplier
Contract value
- £70,200 excluding VAT
- £84,240 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
10 October 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
23 January 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 February 2026 to 9 November 2028
- 2 years, 9 months, 9 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72212224 - Web page editing software development services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Supplier
FindAUniversity
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCZR-5166-PXXN
77 Sidney Street
SHEFFIELD
S1 4RG
United Kingdom
Region: UKE32 - Sheffield
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. FindAMasters and FindAPhD
Contracting authority
Cardiff University
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHVT-4343-HWYR
Procurement Services
Cardiff
CF24 4HQ
United Kingdom
Email: PiorczynskiM@cardiff.ac.uk
Website: http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers
Region: UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales