Award

Microsoft Enterprise Agreement - via the Crown Commercial RM6098 Technology and Associated Services Framework - Lot 3 Software

ST.HELENS COUNCIL

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Award

28 Oct 2025 at 16:27

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, conducted by St.Helens Council, centres on the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement acquired through the Crown Commercial RM6098 Technology and Associated Services Framework, specifically in Lot 3 Software. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems industry category and is intended for delivery within the United Kingdom. The tender was conclusive as of 28th October 2025, with Phoenix Software Limited being awarded the contract valued at £1,693,000. The procurement method used was selective, executed through a restricted procedure, with the contract period set to commence on 1st January 2026 and conclude on 31st December 2028.

This award presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the software industry, seeking to align with public sector demands. Given the scale and nature of the procurement, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find suitable opportunities to collaborate in support roles or in future tenders of similar scope. The procurement process, tailored to the capabilities and track record of larger suppliers like Phoenix Software Limited, underscores the importance of specialised expertise and established credentials in navigating competitive selections within government frameworks.

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Notice Title

Microsoft Enterprise Agreement - via the Crown Commercial RM6098 Technology and Associated Services Framework - Lot 3 Software

Notice Description

Microsoft Enterprise Agreement - via the Crown Commercial RM6098 Technology and Associated Services Framework - Lot 3 Software

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-775d5f23-cd85-4cc7-aa29-26064bbaa41d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6f33dfb-d9da-4c91-86fe-c544f9fe42f4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
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
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,693,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 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
ST.HELENS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Joanne Waddilove
Contact Email
joanne.waddilove@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1619121616

Buyer Location

Locality
SALE
Postcode
M33 7ZF
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Sale Central
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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