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Microsoft Licenses

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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19 Oct 2021 at 11:22

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has completed a procurement process for Microsoft Licenses, valued at £4,426,795, through a selective method via a framework agreement. The procurement stage has been marked by the tender award dated 31 August 2021, which notably began on 1 September 2021 and will run until 31 August 2024. The delivery of these licenses is intended for the South West region of England, positioning the University as a key buyer in the software package suites industry.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software licensing and related services. Companies that specialise in Microsoft products or similar software solutions may find a fit here, particularly larger resellers capable of meeting the comprehensive licensing needs outlined by the University. Engaging in this sector could foster growth for businesses looking to secure contracts within the educational sector, aligning with substantial and ongoing procurement needs.

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Notice Title

Microsoft Licenses

Notice Description

University of Bristol requires a reseller partner to M365 and wider licensing requirements. University of Bristol has awarded a 3 year contract to Phoenix for the provision of the University's Microsoft licenses via a desktop exercise under SUPC framework Software License Reseller Agreement Lot 1.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5c96b067-3482-4f8d-a764-2eddf439a2c6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f53a8898-19f8-4ad5-894c-00b8e781dd79
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48422000 - Software package suites

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,426,795 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,426,795 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2021 - 31 Aug 2024 3-4 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 BRISTOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tu19629@bristol.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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