Award

VMware Enterprise Plus Licence and Support

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Award

07 Apr 2025 at 11:02

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) in Hampshire, England, has awarded a contract for the provision of VMware Enterprise Plus Licence and Support. This procurement, classified under the software package and information systems category, was completed through a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Technology Products & Associated Services 2 Framework - Lot 3 Software. The contract, valued at £109,675.52, runs from 19th March 2025 to 27th March 2026. The procurement process was selective, with the tender period ending on 28th February 2025, and the current stage being Award.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions and support services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in software packages stand to benefit immensely from similar future opportunities, particularly those involved in healthcare technology products. With Ultima Business Solutions Limited securing this contract, businesses with a strong track record of delivering comprehensive software and support services could compete effectively in upcoming procurements organised by NHS SCW and other UK healthcare entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

VMware Enterprise Plus Licence and Support

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for Provision of VMware Enterprise Plus Licence and Support to Ultima Business Solutions Limited. This requirement has been procured via Crown Commercial Services (CCS) RM6098 Technology Products & Associated Services 2 Framework - Lot 3 Software. Additional information: NOTE: To register your interest in any future opportunities and obtain any additional information please visit the SCW E-Procurement Web Site at the link provided. https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8768c6e4-9491-4a00-9629-5a04a2d098be
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
SME
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
£109,675 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£109,675 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20258 months ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Tim Blore
Contact Email
scwcsu.justaskprocurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH, HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO50 5PB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
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
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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