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Oracle Solaris Renewal

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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10 Mar 2026 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has completed the procurement process for the "Oracle Solaris Renewal" contract, aimed at maintaining support and licensing services for the Oracle Solaris operating system. The process, initiated under a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, falls under the IT services category, including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The contract, valued at £682,698.25 GBP, was awarded to BOXXE LTD, a large supplier, on 24th February 2026. It spans from 22nd April 2026 to 21st April 2027 and ensures software updates, security patches, and vendor support for HMRC's systems, mitigating risks associated with unsupported software, all within the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the IT service sector, especially those specialising in software maintenance and support. Although not deemed suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger enterprises with expertise in system reliability and security upgrades could find growth opportunities by leveraging such public contracts to expand their footprint in government services. Companies offering comprehensive IT support solutions could compete in similar procurements, thereby establishing ongoing collaborations with major government bodies like HMRC, enhancing their portfolio and reputation in the industry.

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Notice Title

Oracle Solaris Renewal

Notice Description

This contract maintains the support and licensing services for the Oracle Solaris operating system. The renewal ensures continued access to software updates, security patches, fixes, and vendor support necessary to maintain the safe and effective operation of existing systems. The contract supports the ongoing reliability, security, and supportability of the operating environment and helps mitigate the risks associated with unsupported software.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-927d000d-2b44-475e-b0b7-7bec86b71a6c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edd7ee58-ab2d-4d57-95de-50137817e71f
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
Large

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
£682,698 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£682,698 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Apr 2026 - 21 Apr 2027 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
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SS99 1AA
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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