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Multi-Cloud Credits

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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02 Apr 2026 at 13:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited involved the acquisition of public cloud credits through a call-off contract via the G-Cloud 14 Framework. The project titled "Multi-Cloud Credits" falls under the Internet services category (CPV code 72400000) and has an associated value of £416,666.67. The procurement process utilised a selective method intended for call-offs from a framework agreement, and the tender phase concluded on 13th March 2026. The contract, awarded to Strategic Blue Services Ltd, began on 19th March 2026 and is set to end on 15th March 2027, with the fulfilment location specified in Swindon, England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the internet services industry, particularly those specialising in cloud computing solutions. By leveraging a framework like G-Cloud 14, businesses can streamline their entry into public sector contracting, thereby expanding their service footprint and enhancing their credibility within the sector. The exclusive nature of the procurement method underscores the importance of having a strong presence in such frameworks for relevant businesses aiming to secure similar future contracts.

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Notice Title

Multi-Cloud Credits

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for Public Cloud Credits. This Call Off contract has been sourced via a longlist shortlist exercise on the G-Cloud 14 Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9757f5df-397f-465f-90e8-922cad1b2232
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce126dc5-8e4a-442a-9b83-d2d384fc0276
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72400000 - Internet services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£416,666 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£416,666 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STRATEGIC BLUE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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