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Microsoft Aggregation

BANK OF ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The Bank of England has awarded a contract for "Microsoft Aggregation" to Softcat PLC, a large business based in Buckinghamshire. The procurement involves acting as a reseller for Microsoft Licences and Azure Consumption, categorised under CPV code 48000000 - Software package and information systems. This procurement progressed through a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender end date on 15th December 2023, with the contract period starting on 15th February 2024 and concluding on 15th June 2024. The total value of the contract is £29,317,679.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies experienced in software licensing and cloud services. While the procurement method indicates a selective process, businesses with a strong track record of delivering similar services might find valuable partnering opportunities or areas for strategic service offering enhancements. Firms engaged in the IT services industry, particularly those focusing on software reselling and cloud computing services, would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

Microsoft Aggregation

Notice Description

Microsoft Aggregation carried out by Crown Commercial Services- NFC166 for a Microsoft Licencing Partner acting as a reseller for Microsoft Licenses and Azure Consumption.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-357ae753-a2c8-4730-9082-1f7c4547303f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eef8af97-1bfa-42be-8e33-d0e51200258a
Current Stage
Award
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
£29,317,679 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,317,679 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
14 Jun 2024 - 14 Jun 2027 2-3 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
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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