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O365 IT Software - CSU

NHS MIDLANDS & LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Midlands & Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit has recently concluded the procurement process for the "O365 IT Software - CSU" contract designed to provide Office 365 software packages. This process, initiated through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" (CPV code 48000000). The contracting process took place in England, within the UK, with an awarded contract value of £328,140.81. The tender stage has moved to completion, with the contract period set from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The award was announced on 20th April 2026, highlighting the efficient transition from tender to award. The procurement primarily focuses on goods and excludes specialised consideration for SMEs or VCSEs.

This tender represents a considerable opportunity for software companies specialising in Office 365 and related IT solutions. It is well-suited for large businesses capable of providing robust IT infrastructure and management services, as evidenced by the successful supplier, Ultima Business Solutions. Given the contract's integration within a framework agreement, competitors with experience in similar framework setups and comprehensive software service offerings are advantaged in striving for growth through public sector collaborations. Business growth can be supported through involvement in such high-value projects, enhancing portfolios and expanding influence within the public sector IT domain.

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Notice Title

O365 IT Software - CSU

Notice Description

Office 365 software package

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9e71f842-d0d0-4aee-a2a5-a74302a5f1e8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/576d55d6-6987-4074-8293-50283eed7a60
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
Not specified
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
£328,140 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£328,140 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 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
NHS MIDLANDS & LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Postcode
ST1 2QB
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
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
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Birches Head & Northwood
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

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