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Microsoft Licence Optimisation Service

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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08 Aug 2022 at 10:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department for Work and Pensions, which has issued a tender titled "Microsoft Licence Optimisation Service" in the IT services industry. This tender, classified under CPV code 72000000, focuses on providing consultancy for the review and optimisation of existing Microsoft licences. The procurement method used is selective, with the tender period concluding on 4th August 2022 and a contract period running from 8th August 2022 to 31st March 2023. The total contract value is £350,000, and the services can be delivered across various locations, including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses involved in IT consulting and software development, particularly SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) looking to expand their service offerings. Companies that specialise in Microsoft technologies or licence management would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the contract aims to enhance the licencing framework for the Department for Work and Pensions. Engaging with this contract not only provides a substantial financial incentive but also allows businesses to establish a long-term relationship with a major government department.

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Notice Title

Microsoft Licence Optimisation Service

Notice Description

Provision of contracted out services for delivery of Microsoft expertise to review existing Microsoft licenced estate and identify opportunities to optimise in terms of volume & ratification of the existing/future licence requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-99a386fe-4ed6-4733-ae1e-cb6be546610b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb957585-8601-40a0-9f7b-854264489c2a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME
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
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Aug 20223 years ago
Contract Period
7 Aug 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 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
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M2 3AA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

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