Award

M365 Immutable Backup

CARE QUALITY COMMISSION

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11 Feb 2026 at 15:56

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has concluded the award phase of its procurement process for the "M365 Immutable Backup" contract. This procurement falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet and support services. The contract, involving a call-off from the CCS G Cloud 14 Framework Agreement, was awarded to provide robust protection against threats, including ransomware, and to allow rapid recovery using immutable cloud storage. Situated in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, the contract is set to commence on 31st December 2025 and conclude on 30th December 2028. The awarded contract value is £192,240. Contract references align with CQC's focus on Integration and Delivery, demonstrating their commitment to high-quality IT solutions.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in IT software development and cloud services. Although the procurement method was selective, utilising a direct award process from an established framework, it highlights the consistent demand for innovative IT security solutions in the public sector. Businesses that have expertise in data security software and cloud-based solutions are well-positioned to capitalise on similar opportunities. The CQC’s decision to collaborate with AvePoint UK, Ltd., a company known for its SME scale, underscores the scope for smaller enterprises to engage and compete in substantial government contracts, providing a pathway for those seeking to expand their operations in the UK’s public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

M365 Immutable Backup

Notice Description

This is a Contract Award Notice. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) requires M365 Immutable Backup which shields from threats, offers immutable cloud storage which ransomware cannot encrypt or delete and enables rapid recovery. This procurement was undertaken through the CCS G Cloud 14 Framework Agreement (RM1557.14), Lot 2 Cloud Software, following the Direct Award process. The Contract is awarded for a total period of 36 months. Total Awarded Value is maximum of all charges including any optional contract extensions. Contract Reference: CQC I&D 156

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48c666f8-11ed-449f-a5ec-07ffdb73b130
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£192,240 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£192,240 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Dec 2025 - 30 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARE QUALITY COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 4PA
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AVEPOINT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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