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Microsoft Premier support

NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Audit Office has awarded a contract to Microsoft LTD for the provision of Microsoft Premier support through the Crown Commercial Services G Cloud 13 framework. This selective procurement method, described as a call-off from a framework agreement, falls under the information technology services category, focusing on supporting IT needs across the United Kingdom. The contract spans three years, commencing on 1st April 2024 and concluding on 31st March 2027, with an estimated contract value of £435,123.24. The procurement process is currently in the award stage, following the successful completion of the tender period ending on 1st March 2024.

This tender opens avenues for businesses in the IT services industry to explore similar opportunities through framework agreements, particularly for those SMEs looking to solidify their presence in government procurement sectors. Although the supplier for this contract is a large-scale entity, the suitability criteria suggest significant potential for small and medium-sized enterprises to engage with similar contracts under the framework. Businesses specialising in information technology services with a focus on providing high-quality support and solutions can leverage such contracts to drive growth and establish stronger market positions within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Microsoft Premier support

Notice Description

National Audit Office (NAO) awarded a contract to the supplier through Crown Commercial Services G Cloud 13. The selected Supplier Microsoft LTD will be delivering Microsoft Premier support. The contract duration of 3 years will commence from Monday 1st April 2024 until Wednesday 31st March 2027 with the estimated value of PS435,123.24 for the duration of the contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e03b1474-e826-4b96-9a79-e3648c6aae21
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

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£435,123 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£435,123 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20242 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 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
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICROSOFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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