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Azure Cloud Licenses

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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17 Sep 2024 at 13:15

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has completed a procurement process titled "Azure Cloud Licences" in the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems. The tender, identified by "05965-2024," revolves around fulfilling the requirement for Azure Cloud units, which are necessary for supporting the programme delivery for Midlands Connect. This selective procurement, conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement, had its contract period starting on 1st July 2024 and ending on 31st May 2027. Key dates included the tender period ending on 27th May 2024, with Midlands Connect aiming to finalise the award by 28th June 2024. The total value of the contract is £280,000, and it covers delivery within the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents numerous business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in cloud computing solutions, IT services, and software management. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this opportunity especially beneficial due to the specific suitability requirements. Phoenix Software, a large enterprise, has been awarded this contract, providing a chance for potential subcontracting or partnership opportunities with similar projects. Leveraging such contracts can significantly amplify a business's profile in the region and within the tech industry.

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Notice Title

Azure Cloud Licenses

Notice Description

Midlands Connect (MC) requires Azure Cloud units to support the delivery of their programme. Azure is a cloud computing platform developed by Microsoft that offer access, management, and the development of applications and services through global data centres.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9258ff58-bc09-44af-a267-b3d02cb4da68
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b32591d-ab92-4167-8fde-46a4a32dd000
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
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
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2024 - 31 May 2027 2-3 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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Emily Sutton
Contact Email
emily.sutton@wmca.org.uk
Contact Phone
07588196925

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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