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Centralisation of IT Service Management Licenses

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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10 Jul 2025 at 08:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Centralisation of IT Service Management Licenses" was conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, located in London, UK. This contract falls under the industry category of Information Technology Services, as classified by the CPV code 72222300. The process reached the award stage, with Ultima Business Solutions being appointed as the supplier. The procurement used a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract period set to commence on 7th November 2025 and conclude on 6th November 2028. The total contract value amounts to £14,881,506.12. This tender covered a broad delivery area including the UK, Europe, and beyond, and was finalised with the award dated 9th July 2025.

This tender presents opportunities for established enterprises specialising in IT service management who can operate on a large scale, given the contract's substantial value and scope. Companies that have experience working with governmental frameworks and can manage demands across multiple regions, such as the UK and international territories, will find this tender particularly suitable. Since the procurement was executed through a framework agreement, it provides a stable, long-term growth opportunity for businesses capable of delivering comprehensive and scalable IT solutions. Although the contract does not explicitly encourage SME or VCSE participation, businesses with capabilities to meet the extensive requirements may find this an advantageous venture.

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Notice Title

Centralisation of IT Service Management Licenses

Notice Description

Centralisation of IT Service Management Licenses

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4df5cedc-2fe0-49e3-84ba-760c80e4ed8c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£14,881,506 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,881,506 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
7 Nov 2025 - 6 Nov 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
Claudia Le Blanc
Contact Email
claudia.leblanc@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

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