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-The object of the procurement also includes the right to extend the SaaS with new add-ons and services. 

-SaaS deployment covering all tasks that need to be completed in order to start using the SaaS and its user support, including configurations and integrations required for each university. The most common interface terminology can be found in the specification document. The deployment will take place in two phases. In the first phase, support for the doctoral dissertation path will be deployed up till the pre-examination stage, and in the second phase, support for the pre-examination process will be deployed.  

-Other expert services, including those needed in addition to the ones mentioned above.</cbc:Description>
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