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Google Workspace Enterprise Licensing & Google Cloud Platform Services - con_13688

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has completed a tender for the procurement of Google Workspace Enterprise Licensing and Google Cloud Platform Services, classified under software package and information systems. The contract, valued at £275,598, was awarded to Cloud Technology Solutions Ltd and is set to run from 30th March 2022 to 29th March 2023. This selective procurement process, initiated via a call-off from a framework agreement, is designed to ensure continuity of vital digital services necessary for the department's transformation programmes. The tender period ended on 18th March 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in software solutions and cloud services, particularly those with experience in educational or governmental environments. Companies equipped to deliver seamless Google Workspace and cloud platform integration could greatly benefit from this project, as it underlines the ongoing demand for digital transformation in public sector organisations. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a business's portfolio and open up further collaborations within the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Google Workspace Enterprise Licensing & Google Cloud Platform Services - con_13688

Notice Description

Re-procurement of Google Workspace Licensing (formerly G-Suite) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Products. Google Workspace is the departments core collaboration tool for Digital Specialists, and a continuity of service is required to support teams utilising these services to implement critical programmes of digital transformation for the the department. The continuation of GCP is required to provide platform continuity for vital public facing services, which currently rely on GCP products to operate.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-29496c5f-322e-451c-bcdb-3b08b2daa79c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65c95a2a-98d9-4f80-b8cc-91bae2464a7e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£275,598 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£275,598 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2022 - 29 Mar 2023 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
Not specified
Contact Email
technology.category@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2FJ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLOUD TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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