Award

Microsoft Premier Support

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Award

15 Feb 2017 at 15:03

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department for Education seeking Microsoft Premier Support services, specifically in the IT services industry. This direct award tender, identified as ICT2015/0002, totals £506,393 and aims to implement a service management framework for Azure and ensure the health of critical systems. The contract period runs from 9 April 2016 to 8 April 2017, with the procurement process having reached the Award stage as of 8 April 2016.

This tender presents significant opportunities for IT consultancy and service providers aiming to expand their offerings within the public sector. Companies that specialise in cloud management, cybersecurity compliance, and comprehensive IT support services would be well-suited to compete, especially those with experience in collaborating with governmental entities or large-scale IT infrastructure projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to consider their capacity to engage in such contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Microsoft Premier Support

Notice Description

Azure - Implement a service management framework surrounding Azure, plus ensure health of key subscriptions for critical services as DfE move further into the cloud. Windows 10 - Deploy a robust build of Windows 10 that complies with CESG recommended platform and security guidelines. BAU Systems - Ensure health of BAU systems (i.e. Active Directory, SharePoint, SQL and ADFS) are continually assessed and reviewed. Knowledge Transfer - Work with Microsoft Premier Field Engineer experts for knowledge transfer and to instil industry leading ethos and best practices.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-263eadfd-873b-42d2-a1de-3b0651dc5022
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddc2520f-4b84-4d97-9381-7d7669d8ec41
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£506,393 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£506,393 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Feb 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Apr 20169 years ago
Contract Period
8 Apr 2016 - 8 Apr 2017 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 3BH
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
Sherbourne
Westminster Constituency
Coventry North West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICROSOFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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