Online Learning at Sussex

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    "description": "The University of Sussex (Sussex) is preparing to seek a partner for the provision of Online Programme Management (OPM) Services, with the current contract set to expire on 5 October 2027 and the new contract commencing on 6 October 2027. \nUnder the existing arrangement, Sussex has collaborated with a partner to deliver a portfolio of Masters-level degree courses accessible to students both nationally and internationally via online distance learning.\nThe current contract encompasses a range of services across three core areas.\n•\tMarketing and Recruitment: Market Research and Strategy, Lead Generation, Inquiry Management, Admissions Support, Application Processing, Reporting and Analysis. \n•\tCourse Development and Delivery Model: Course Design and Development, Content Creation, Platform Integration, Technical Support, Continuous Improvement, Compliance and Reporting. \n•\tStudent Support: Induction and Orientation, Ongoing Support, Monitoring and Communication, Reporting.\nAs the end of the current collaboration approaches, Sussex is actively reviewing its strategy for online learning. The University's strategic aims are to establish a sustainable, high-quality online provision aligned with the University's strategic priorities, enhancing our institutional reputation globally. The provision will be future-ready in terms of modularity, flexibility, and compliance with regulatory frameworks such as the Lifelong Learning Entitlement. \nFurther details regarding this engagement are available in the Instruction Document, which can be accessed via the e-sourcing portal, Proactis:\nhttps://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/account/login\nWhile participation in this engagement is not mandatory for involvement in any future procurement process, responses received will help inform the Contracting Authority about the level of market interest. Additionally, feedback from this engagement may help shape the final service requirements and inform the design of the forthcoming procurement strategy, ensuring it reflects both institutional priorities and sector best practice.",
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        "description": "The purpose of this engagement is for Sussex to gauge potential interest and obtain information from the market which will help inform and shape its service requirements. \nFurther details regarding this engagement are available in the Instruction Document, which can be accessed via the e-sourcing portal, Proactis:\nhttps://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/account/login\nShould you experience any difficulties registering or accessing the portal, please contact the Proactis helpdesk using the link below:\nhttps://suppliersupport.proactisservicedesk.com\nThe initial stage of the engagement asks interested parties to complete an online questionnaire on or before 23 October 2025 at 10.00am.\nPlease note the engagement period end date has been set as end of December 2025 to allow for the possibility of the further engagement which will be coordinated through the e-sourcing portal, Proactis."
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    "description": "The university will be seeking a partner to support the provision of Online Distance Learning.\nIn 2017 the University tendered, via a Competitive Dialogue process (under PCR 2015), for a partner to deliver a portfolio of Masters level degree courses that could be accessed by students nationally and internationally through Online Distance Learning.\nSussex entered into a ten-year contract with Pearson and built up a portfolio of 9 online Masters courses. In 2023 the contract was novated to Embanet T/A Boundless Learning and the agreement ends in March 2028.\nIndividual course-sheets are deemed separate, standalone agreements.  A course-sheet term is 10 years from the date of commencement of teaching, unless subject to earlier termination in accordance with the collaboration agreement.  Currently each course sheet has a different commencement of teaching date with the most recent course-sheet commencing in May 2023.\nDue to the upcoming end date of the collaboration agreement, we are currently considering our strategy for on-line distance learning.  In line with the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023, a procurement activity will be taking place in relation to our future on-line learning provision. This activity will include early market research to seek contributions from potential bidders, including the incumbent, to help shape our strategy.  Market engagement with all potential suppliers is planned to commence in summer 2025.\nServices delivered by the supplier under the current contract arrangements: \nMarketing and Recruitment:  Market Research and Strategy, Lead Generation, Inquiry Management, Admissions Support, Application Processing, Reporting and Analysis.\nCourse Development and Delivery Model: Course Design and Development, Content Creation, Platform Integration, Technical Support, Continuous Improvement, Compliance and Reporting.\nStudent Support: Induction and Orientation, Ongoing Support, Monitoring and Communication, Reporting.\nThis is in very early stages but due to its impact across the university and the time required to gather information in order to define the strategy for this key requirement, an engagement piece is appropriate",
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