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Microsoft Azure Cloud Shell

LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE

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04 Aug 2025 at 15:04

Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire Police has completed a procurement process for a "Microsoft Azure Cloud Shell" agreement, which involves a selective call-off from a framework agreement. This contract pertains to the information systems industry category and covers core Azure services, including Azure VMware Solution costs. The contract, valued at £2,100,000, began on 22 July 2025 and will continue until 21 July 2028. The procurement was specifically tailored for large organisations, as it was not deemed suitable for SMEs or VCSEs. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with Softcat PLC being named the supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for large technology and cloud service providers to expand their business, particularly those with expertise in delivering scalable Microsoft Azure solutions to public sector clients. Companies capable of offering innovative and efficient cloud solutions could benefit greatly, especially those that can maximise the value and utility of Azure services in line with the requirements of public safety and law enforcement agencies. Such contracts not only deepen existing relationships with key public bodies but also enhance credibility and visibility within the public procurement market.

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Notice Title

Microsoft Azure Cloud Shell

Notice Description

A new SCE agreement with Microsoft. This will be a drawdown contract, with monthly billing based on usage. Includes core Azure services and AVS (Azure VMware Solution) costs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/780196df-ea46-4c65-9241-e8bb156ea82a
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48810000 - Information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,100,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
21 Jul 2025 - 21 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 2BX
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Enderby
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

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