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VMware Enterprise License Agreement

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

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15 Dec 2021 at 13:51

Summary of the contracting process

The UNIVERSITY OF DERBY has completed a tender process for the VMware Enterprise License Agreement, valued at £200,000 and categorised under software package and information systems. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period runs from 21 December 2021 to 20 December 2023. The tender period concluded on 19 November 2021, indicating a recently awarded contract to SOFTCAT PLC.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the software and IT services sector, particularly for those capable of providing enterprise-level licensing and support services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find this an advantageous area to explore, especially as the contract is within the framework agreement context, suggesting potential for future invitations to tender in similar categories. The successful completion of contracts like these can enhance visibility and open avenues for partnership within the higher education sector.

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Notice Title

VMware Enterprise License Agreement

Notice Description

For the renewal of the university's Enterprise License Agreement (ELA) including support and software assurance for a period of 2 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-55a0e2ee-0005-49cf-a4ec-4f0f78bed1c5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68fa2b92-b7ed-4a16-8a81-50257b6808fd
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£208,091 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
21 Dec 2021 - 20 Dec 2023 1-2 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
UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE22 1GB
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Allestree
Westminster Constituency
Mid Derbyshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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