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Microsoft Unified Support 2023 - con_19681

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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25 Apr 2023 at 11:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has awarded a contract for Microsoft Unified Support Services under the title "Microsoft Unified Support 2023 - con_19681". The contract falls under the IT services category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement method used was selective, with the procurement stage completed on 29th March 2023. The contract period is from 5th April 2023 to 4th April 2024.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses providing IT services to engage with the Department for Education. Businesses offering consulting, software development, Internet, and support services could compete for this contract. The Department is looking for suppliers who can provide personalised support for Microsoft products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate in this tender due to their suitability for the contract requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Microsoft Unified Support 2023 - con_19681

Notice Description

Contract for Microsoft Unified Support Services. Microsoft Unified Support provides personalised support for Microsoft products and services through a mix of reactive, pro-active, and in-depth solutions driving value for all Microsoft products and services consumed by the Department across its estate. Call-Off from Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 13 (RM1557.13) Framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccf07807-2acb-4497-a9a4-91acb7e577c2
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
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
£1,781,921 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,781,921 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Mar 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 20232 years ago
Contract Period
4 Apr 2023 - 4 Apr 2024 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2FJ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICROSOFT

Further Information

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