Provision of a 'Student SuperApp' including design, implementation and support services

University of Southampton
South East
1 December 2024 to 2 December 2031

Development and maintenance of a student-facing mobile and desktop application to replace an existing system. The solution must support approximately 24,000 to 28,000 users, requiring high availability and performance to handle significant traffic volumes. The scope includes full design, implementation, and long-term support services to ensure the platform remains a primary digital tool for the student body.

Open the official notice

Awarded value: £1.3m; As published
Published: 30 May 2024; Find a Tender
Awarded: 1 December 2024; LearningMate Solutions
Contract length: 84 months; Ends 2 December 2031

What the buyer is asking for

Design, implementation, and ongoing support services for a mobile-first student information application and digital engagement platform.

Lifecycle

Publishedon Find a Tender
30 May 2024
Contract awardedto LearningMate Solutions
1 December 2024
Contract starts
1 December 2024
Contract ends
2 December 2031

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How it compares

21× the typical mobile app development contract (£62k).

Cite this contract

Link: https://bidskim.com/tender/846512/provision-of-a-student-superapp-including-design-implementation-and-support-serv
Buyer reference: 2024UoS-1255
Source: Find a Tender
Last checked: 12 October 2026

University of Southampton. Provision of a 'Student SuperApp' including design, implementation and support services. Contract award, 30 May 2024. BidSkim, https://bidskim.com/tender/846512/provision-of-a-student-superapp-including-design-implementation-and-support-serv (accessed 12 October 2026).