Software Asset Management - Request for Information

Description

The University of Manchester is seeking to procure a comprehensive Software Asset Management (SAM) solution to optimise the management of its software licenses, ensure compliance with vendor agreements and enhance the overall efficiency of its IT operations. Present arrangements are somewhat limited, using databases run on a manual basis. This request for information will be used to shortlist suppliers for a subsequent closed procurement exercise. The University of Manchester no longer meets the criteria of a 'body governed by public law' and is therefore not considered a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation. As a result, the University of Manchester will no longer be subject to the regime contained in The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation with effect from 1 August 2023. However, as an institution founded for the public good, an exempt charity and an organisation in receipt of public funds, the University has a duty to manage expenditure in an appropriate manner and aims to deliver value for money across its non-pay spend by adhering to…

Official publications

• ePortfolio Tools - Request for Information (RFI)
  Published: 19 February 2025
• Manchester Open Research Environment, advancing the University's green open access (OA) strategy - Request for Information
  Published: 12 February 2025
• Request for Information (RFI) - Full Time MBA Residential
  Published: 20 January 2025
• Digital Customer Experience Strategy Partner
  Published: 19 December 2024
• Digital Customer Experience Strategy Partner.
  Published: 19 December 2024
• Partner to provide network equipment and related professional services - Request for Information (RFI)
  Published: 6 December 2024
• Automation Systems For DNA & RNA Sequencing Preparation - AWARD
  Published: 26 November 2024
• Legionella Management
  Published: 15 November 2024
• FEG Electron Microprobe with enhanced low energy capabilities - AWARD
  Published: 14 November 2024
• Cyber Security SIEM Provision - Request for Information
  Published: 8 November 2024

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