Award

IBM WebSphere Application Server (Thunderhead)

THE INSOLVENCY SERVICE

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Award

24 Oct 2025 at 14:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Insolvency Service has awarded a contract for the provision of IBM WebSphere Application Server Network Deployment to IBM United Kingdom Limited. This procurement falls under the industry category of software package and information systems, specifically targeting processor value unit (PVU) annual subscription and support. The procurement adopted a direct method through a single tender action below the threshold. The contract, valued at £30,673.44, runs from 1st December 2025 to 31st May 2026, and is relevant to businesses located in England, United Kingdom.

This award creates opportunities for companies specialising in information systems and software packages to assess their own capabilities in providing similar solutions or support services, particularly in dealing with government bodies like The Insolvency Service. Firms involved in software deployment and support, especially those experienced in working with large-scale enterprises, would find themselves well-suited to compete in similar tenders. By understanding the procurement process and criteria, businesses can better position themselves for future opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Title

IBM WebSphere Application Server (Thunderhead)

Notice Description

This is a Contract Award Notice. The provision is for IBM WebSphere Application Server Network Deployment x840 Processor Value Unit (PVU) Annual Subscription & Support The contract is awarded for an initial period of 6 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4b307d7b-739b-40c1-aaeb-d42b25c526df
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a46ac886-4d7b-4664-a7e4-6432f72dd051
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below 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
£30,673 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,673 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 31 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE INSOLVENCY SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 2HT
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
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
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IBM UNITED KINGDOM

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