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Purchase cloud-based computing services such as hosting, software and cloud support, including many off-the-shelf, pay-as-you-go cloud solutions

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Award

12 Oct 2021 at 13:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has completed a procurement process for cloud-based computing services, including hosting, software, and support solutions. This tender was initiated as a call-off from the CCS GC12 Framework, with a total contract value of £32,200. The contract period runs from 17 September 2021 to 15 August 2023, and the procurement was conducted using a selective method, concluding its tender period on 16 September 2021. The services are classified under the CPV code for computer support services, and the delivery address is located in Milton Keynes, England.

This tender creates significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that offer cloud computing solutions and related services. Businesses specialising in hosting, software provision, and cloud support services would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the framework encourages specialised providers. Engaging with this contract could enable these businesses to grow their client base and enhance their service offerings in the rapidly expanding digital economy.

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Notice Title

Purchase cloud-based computing services such as hosting, software and cloud support, including many off-the-shelf, pay-as-you-go cloud solutions

Notice Description

Call off from CCS GC12 Framework https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM1557.12 Additional information: n/a

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2aecfe10-1459-4379-afab-ec4466fbbf66
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b3dbe0b-704a-4ff2-b0c4-ffa62d1f2050
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

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


CPV Codes

72610000 - Computer support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£32,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
16 Sep 2021 - 15 Aug 2023 1-2 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
FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK19 7BH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRECISE MEDIA MONITORING LTD T/A KANTAR MEDIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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