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Microsoft Licencing

SALFORD CITY COUNCIL

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05 Jun 2025 at 14:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Microsoft Licencing" was undertaken by Salford City Council, based in Manchester, England. This process, classified under the CPV code for software package and information systems, involved the procurement of Microsoft 365 licences in a value of £1,265,028. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract awarded to Phoenix Software Ltd, a large enterprise. The relevant locations for delivery are situated in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The award was finalised on 19th May 2025, with the contract period running from 1st June 2025 to 31st May 2026. The tender was initially open for submissions until 1st January 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those experienced in providing software solutions and licencing in large-scale frameworks. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially suitable to compete for such tenders, provided they have the capacity to deliver high-quality software services. The framework structure supports businesses by reducing procedural overheads, allowing them to focus on delivering the best value. Engaging in such procurements could enhance a company’s portfolio and establish connections with public sector clients, enhancing reputation and potential for future contracts.

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Notice Title

Microsoft Licencing

Notice Description

The provision of Microsoft 365 licences

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-25133cdb-8cc0-435e-9bec-74497df2607e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed7285df-aa0a-470d-8577-5962ee33cfb5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,265,028 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,265,028 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 31 May 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
SALFORD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Emma Heyes
Contact Email
emma.heyes@salford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0161-686-6243

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M27 5AW
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Swinton & Wardley
Westminster Constituency
Worsley and Eccles

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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