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Microsoft Advanced Support (Unified) 2025-2028

LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY

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12 Feb 2025 at 16:10

Summary of the contracting process

Lancashire Constabulary has completed the tender process for a contract titled "Microsoft Advanced Support (Unified) 2025-2028" under the industry category of software package and information systems. This restricted procedure procurement, with a total value of £582,278.58, focuses on providing Microsoft Unified Support services for a duration of three years. The contract, awarded to Softcat, commenced on 20th February 2025 and will end on 19th February 2028. This process took place in the North West region of the United Kingdom, with the tender period concluding on 1st January 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software and IT support services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive technical support for Microsoft products. Though the procurement method was selective, companies with a strong track record in large-scale IT services could find similar opportunities in ongoing or future tenders. Lancashire Constabulary's engagement in such contracts may encourage IT service providers to seek collaborations or prepare for future bids, fostering growth and expanding their market reach. Businesses that are not classified as SMEs or VCSEs would have found this contract particularly aligned with their capabilities.

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Notice Title

Microsoft Advanced Support (Unified) 2025-2028

Notice Description

Contract for 3 years of Microsoft Unified Support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-38dc8ec5-9ff2-4a89-9019-07d5b9eed29b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8008d02-8ade-4980-a85b-9f3c1fbb6c44
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
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
£582,278 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£582,278 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
20 Feb 2025 - 19 Feb 2028 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
LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY
Contact Name
Harry Leatherland
Contact Email
procurementsupport@lancashire.police.uk
Contact Phone
01772412513

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR4 5SB
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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