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Contract Award Notice

HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED

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29 Mar 2025 at 12:26

Summary of the contracting process

Historic England Limited has awarded a contract to Microsoft Limited for the provision of unified enterprise support services across all Microsoft products. Classified under the CPV code for technical support services, this contract is part of the G Cloud 14 Framework Agreement (RM1557.14) and covers problem resolution, reactive, and preventative support. The contract's initial period spans three years starting from 1st March 2025 with an option for a one-year extension until 28th February 2029. The total contract value is £170,630.38. Procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract will primarily serve regions within England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for a business specialising in technical support services, particularly those with expertise in handling Microsoft products. Large businesses that can deliver comprehensive support and proactive maintenance would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. The collaboration with a prominent organisation like Historic England Limited also enhances visibility and credibility in the market, potentially aiding in business growth through increased recognition and trust.

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Notice Title

Contract Award Notice

Notice Description

Call Off Contract under G Cloud 14 Framework Agreement (RM1557.14). Support across all Microsoft products providing problem resolution services and reactive and preventative support. Contract initial period is three years from 01/03/2025 - 28/02/2028 with an optional 1 year extension until 28/02/2029.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-99a71554-f6cc-4cd9-b8fb-137e45148803
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a51bdbe-c246-4711-9abf-275a220435d5
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356300 - Technical support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,630 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£170,630 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 202512 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 29 Feb 2028 3-4 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
HISTORIC ENGLAND 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 2EH
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
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
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Mannington and Western
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICROSOFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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