IT3281C - RFT for the Provision of a Research Ethics and Compliance Management Software for the University of Limerick (UL)

University of Limerick is a is a research active institution where ethical compliance is paramount to all

IT3281C - RFT for the Provision of a Research Ethics and Compliance Management Software for the University of Limerick (UL)

Education Procurement Service (EPS)

## Summary The University of Limerick is seeking a research ethics and compliance management software solution to support its research activities. The contract will be awarded through an open tender procedure, with an estimated value of €600,000.

## Scope & Deliverables * Provision of a research ethics and compliance management software solution * Integration with the Elsevier PURE Research Information Management System and other core University systems * Streamlined, robust, and integrated ethics approval solution * Seamless data management of postgraduate research ethics submissions and approvals

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: Relevant experience in providing educational software development services * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Proven track record in delivering similar solutions to higher education institutions

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €600,000 * Submission deadline: 17 June 2026 * Contract duration: 84 months (7 years) * Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission through the eTenders website * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: + Tender response + Technical proposal + Commercial proposal

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit companies with experience in providing educational software development services and integration solutions. * Opportunities include a long-term contract with a reputable client, with potential for future extensions or additional work. * Risks include the complexity of integrating the solution with existing systems, as well as the need to meet the University's specific requirements.

Open procedure. Any interested supplier may submit a tender. There is no shortlisting stage — all compliant bids received by the deadline are evaluated against the published award criteria. It is the most common route for Irish public contracts and is open to SMEs and new entrants.

Education Procurement Service (EPS) has 125 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 12 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 400 contract(s) worth around €621,741,245.

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