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Multi-cloud options, credits and Billing Support for the APHA Scientific Computing Environment.

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

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17 Apr 2025 at 08:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has completed a procurement process for multi-cloud options, credits, and billing support for the APHA Scientific Computing Environment. The tender, classified under information technology services (CPV: 72222300), was valued at £850,000 and covers a broad geographic area including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World. The procurement was initiated through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period ending on 3 April 2025, and the contract period spanning from 4 April 2025 to 3 April 2026. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to Strategic Blue Services Limited.

This tender offers considerable opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in IT services and cloud solutions, to demonstrate their expertise and contribute to the DEFRA's operations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this procurement particularly appealing given the suitability criteria. Businesses with the capability to provide robust billing support and multi-cloud options stand to benefit from engaging with government organisations and enhancing their portfolio with high-profile contracts. This successful bid could pave the way for further collaborations, elevating the visibility and credibility of the participating companies within the industry.

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Notice Title

Multi-cloud options, credits and Billing Support for the APHA Scientific Computing Environment.

Notice Description

Multi-cloud options, credits and Billing Support for the APHA Scientific Computing Environment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0bbdeb00-2311-4b8a-9a94-630a1bfdc3e8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a39362cb-9444-45ab-b22e-e4f995245cd2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
3 Apr 2025 - 3 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STRATEGIC BLUE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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