Software License Resellers Agreement (SLRA)

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM (SUPC

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Summary of the contracting process

The Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (SUPC) has initiated a procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "Software License Resellers Agreement (SLRA)," aimed at providing individual software licences for Microsoft, Adobe, VMware, and other Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) software products, along with associated software services. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" with further classifications in specific software packages and IT services. The tender is currently at the "Tender" stage, with significant key dates including the tender period ending on 24 March 2025 and the contract period beginning on 1 August 2025 and lasting until 31 July 2029. The procurement method used is a "Restricted procedure," indicating a selective approach.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses capable of supplying a variety of software licences and associated services tailored to the needs of Higher Education (HE) and Further Education (FE) sectors. SMEs and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, making it an ideal opportunity for companies specialising in software support, development, implementation, and consultancy services. Success in this procurement could lead to substantial business growth through long-term contracts and access to new markets within and beyond the UK.

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Tender

Software License Resellers Agreement (SLRA)

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM (SUPC

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

20th February 2025 16:10:51 PM

Tender Deadline

24th March 2025 12:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

This Framework provides individual software licences for Microsoft, Adobe, VMware, other Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) software products and associated Software Services. The Framework Agreement aims to ensure access to competitively priced software solutions and related services tailored to the unique needs of the Higher Education (HE) and Further Education (FE) sectors, whilst making provision for non-HE and FE Members of SUPC and Participating Consortia
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-18b96621-1e31-4b1a-bfef-59639ad161c9

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Restricted Procedure

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

48000000
48100000
48200000
48300000
48400000
48500000
48600000
48700000
48800000
48900000
72000000
72261000
72262000
72263000
72265000
72266000
72267000
72268000

CPV Division(s)

48 - Software package and information systems
72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Awarding Authority

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM (SUPC

Buyer Name

Mark Lewis

Buyer Email

SUPC@sums.ac.uk

Buyer Phone

+44118 228 4020

Buyer Address

Reading Enterprise Centre, The University of Reading, Whiteknights Road, Earley Gate

Reading

RG6 6BU

ENG

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Software License Resellers Agreement (SLRA)

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM (SUPC

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