Tender

CON 1403 - Support & Development for Microsoft software-based applications and services

THE OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDREN'S SERVICES AND SKILLS (OFSTED)

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Tender

21 Feb 2024 at 13:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted) has initiated a tender process named CON 1403 - Support & Development for Microsoft software-based applications and services. The procurement falls under the IT services category, with a value of 1,700,000 GBP. The tender deadline is set for 27th March 2024, and the contract period is from 26th August 2024 to 26th August 2028. Interested parties should note that the procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender is accessible to businesses located in various regions, including the United Kingdom and European countries.

This tender by Ofsted presents an opportunity for businesses specializing in IT services, consulting, software development, and Internet support. Small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria outlined in the tender details. Businesses interested in long-term service provision and collaboration are well-suited for this opportunity, which allows for a 4-year initial term with the possibility of a 2-year extension upon mutual agreement with Ofsted. It is essential for interested parties to align their proposals with the specified requirements and deadlines to stand a competitive chance in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

CON 1403 - Support & Development for Microsoft software-based applications and services

Notice Description

The Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted) is pleased to invite you to submit a formal tender submission to become our supplier for Support & Development for Microsoft software-based applications and services. The Contract Term will be for an initial 4-year period* with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years subject to the agreement of both parties. *including a break clause / review point at year 2).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb852961-dba6-4c4b-a7ee-087dcb2547e7
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Aug 2024 - 26 Aug 2028 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDREN'S SERVICES AND SKILLS (OFSTED)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
info-contracts@ofsted.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+443001231231

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9EX
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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