Scope
Description
The University of Leeds is seeking the next iteration of the Research Data Repository, an infrastructure for publicly sharing research data. We aim to procure and implement a new repository system by April/May 2026. A replacement Research Data Repository will play a pivotal role in advancing the university's strategic commitment to open research.
A supplier event is planned for 1st July 2025, details will be provided.
Please note that the University of Leeds is not a contracting authority for the purposes of The Procurement Regulations 2024. This tender opportunity is operating outside of The Procurement Regulations 2024 and will not be subject to them. The University is advertising this opportunity in the Central Digital Platform on a voluntary basis and does not undertake any obligation to comply with The Procurement Regulations 2024. It reserves its rights, in full, to adapt or step outside the procedures in The Procurement Regulations 2024 as the University considers necessary to fulfil the requirements outlined in the tender documents supplied.
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Total value (estimated)
- £100,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 May 2026 to 1 May 2029
- Possible extension to 1 May 2031
- 5 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
Contract locations
- UKE42 - Leeds
Engagement
Engagement deadline
18 July 2025
Engagement process description
Potential Suppliers (Registrants) must register their interest in the PTME process through the Delta system - NEUPC - Procurement Portal. The closing date for the PTME process is 18th July 2025.
Registrants will be invited to join a "Supplier Briefing Event" (SBE) to be held online on 1st July 2025, 1pm-2pm GMT. This will provide a full overview of the opportunity and provide more information about our approach. There will be the opportunity for Registrants to submit questions prior to and after the SBE. Registrants who register after the SBE can access a recording. This event will be held on Teams: Link to the Teams meeting.
Following the SBE, Registrants will be invited to submit a response to a PTME questionnaire, via the Delta system, to allow us to capture feedback from Registrants. The closing date for submitting a PTMEQ response is 18th July 2025.
Contracting authority
University of Leeds
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDVB-8476-PXMZ
Purchasing Office, Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT
United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1133434855
Region: UKE42 - Leeds
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government