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CPT_25_48 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement

NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE

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06 Apr 2026 at 10:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The contract titled "CPT_25_48 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement" was awarded by the National Audit Office (NAO) for the provision of Enterprise Subscription Agreement Licencing through Phoenix Software Ltd, a Microsoft certified partner. This procurement falls under the Information Technology services category and was executed as a selective process using a call-off from the Healthtrust Europe ICT Solutions framework agreement, adhering to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contract, valued at up to £6,600,000 including VAT, is set to begin on the 1st of May 2026, reaching completion by the 30th of April 2029. The NAO, headquartered in London, spearheaded this procurement process that is now at the award stage, with the notice published on the 6th of April 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly those capable of leveraging Microsoft software and Azure services. Companies that can offer expertise in enterprise agreement licencing are well-positioned to benefit. Although the supplier, Phoenix Software Ltd, is a large-scale enterprise, the procurement process's suitability criteria indicate potential opportunities for SMEs. Engaging with such contracts allows access to a significant budget and an extended service period, which is particularly advantageous for firms looking to expand their client base within the governmental sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CPT_25_48 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement

Notice Description

The National Audit Office (NAO) has awarded a contract to a Microsoft certified partner for the provision of Enterprise Subscription Agreement Licencing so it can continue to use Microsoft software and Azure services. The contract is awarded using the Healthtrust Europe ICT Solutions framework agreement, which was procured in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contract will commence on the 1st of May 2026, with a term of three years ending on the 30th of April 2029. The estimated total contract value is up to PS6,600,000 (inclusive of VAT) over the three year duration.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-36c70aec-dcae-4945-97e5-19dcc5fe4fa1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77d4a9a3-4956-41af-9502-0c7fdcee62e5
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,600,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 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
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
Post Town
South West 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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

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