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Virtual Compute Platform

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "Virtual Compute Platform," was conducted by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council. This tender involved the supply and implementation of a virtual compute solution, including hardware, software licenses, annual support, maintenance, data migration, and professional services. It was conducted through the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation framework. The process has reached the award phase, with the contract valued at £994,388 and classified under the CPV category of software packages and information systems. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a framework agreement. The contract spans from 8th December 2025 to 7th December 2030, with delivery in Yorkshire and the Humber, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for businesses involved in providing comprehensive virtual computing solutions. Large enterprises with expertise in hardware delivery, software licensing, and data migration services are well-positioned to benefit. While the tender has already been awarded to CAE Technology Services Ltd, businesses seeking future opportunities in public sector IT services can draw insights from this procurement process to align their offerings and capabilities for similar upcoming government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Virtual Compute Platform

Notice Description

This procurement covers the supply and implementation of a new virtual compute solution, including: * Hardware - delivery, installation, and removal/decommissioning of legacy equipment * Software Licenses * Annual Support and Maintenance - for both hardware and software * Data Migration - including migration of existing Citrix and VMware-hosted systems and services * Professional Services - to support implementation and transition Additional information: Procured via direct award through Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO); Network Connectivity and Telecommunication Solutions 2; Framework Reference - 1229

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2f5fa7a7-7d52-47ec-b7c0-4aa7caa64044
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52271792-ae31-44ca-8eff-4ae1a7639f4d
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
Not specified
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
£994,388 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£994,388 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 7 Dec 2030 Over 5 years
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
ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Matthew Everatt
Contact Email
matthew.everatt@rotherham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01709 334119

Buyer Location

Locality
ROTHERHAM
Postcode
S60 1AE
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)
TLE34 Rotherham
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Rotherham
Electoral Ward
Boston Castle
Westminster Constituency
Rotherham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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