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VMware vSphere Foundation Renewal - SBS24-131

NHS NORTH OF ENGLAND COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT (HOSTED BY NHS ENGLAND)

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03 Apr 2025 at 09:46

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS North of England Commissioning Support Unit (NECS) has concluded the procurement stage and awarded a contract for the renewal of VMware vSphere Foundation software. This contract, identified as SBS24-131, falls under the industry category of License Management Software, with a value of £251,974. The award was finalized on 23 March 2025, with the contract period spanning from 3 April 2025 to 2 April 2026. The procurement method involved a selective process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The project is based in Durham, United Kingdom, with a key postal code of DH1 3YG. The tender period ended on 21 February 2025.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in license management software, particularly SMEs, as the contract was awarded to TET limited, a small-to-medium enterprise. Such companies can leverage this opportunity to establish or reinforce their reputation within the public sector, specifically in providing critical IT infrastructure support and renewal services. This tender demonstrates NECS's commitment to working with smaller businesses, thereby fostering a competitive environment and encouraging business growth within the industry. The project's clear scope and defined contract period also provide a stable and predictable framework for successful delivery.

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Notice Title

VMware vSphere Foundation Renewal - SBS24-131

Notice Description

NHS North of England Commissioning Support Unit (NECS) has a requirement to purchase a Renewal for the VMware vSphere Foundation (VVF).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5aa45f1a-d61a-49cf-bbc3-54d08ec87dc2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5482f5e-e4ad-4cb9-95c0-a16ed45cefe2
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48218000 - License management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£251,974 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£251,974 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
2 Apr 2025 - 2 Apr 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
NHS NORTH OF ENGLAND COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT (HOSTED BY NHS ENGLAND)
Contact Name
CR - Daniel Proctor
Contact Email
nsbs.ops.procurementisfe@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 3YG
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Durham South
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TET

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