Award

HRSD License bridging renewal

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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14 May 2026 at 07:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs for the "HRSD License bridging renewal" has reached the award stage. This contract falls under the Information Technology Services category, identified by CPV code 72222300. The procurement method employed is selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement. The geographical scope is broad, covering areas from the UK to Europe, and extends to global locations such as the British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands. The contract, valued at £2,053,069.63, involves a contract period commencing on 4th August 2026 and concluding on 6th November 2028. The award was active as of 8th May 2026, and the tender process was completed by 30th March 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in Information Technology Services, particularly those experienced in managing large-scale software licensing solutions. However, it is noted that this opportunity may not be suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to the specific business suitability criteria. Companies like Phoenix Software, which was awarded the contract, are well-suited due to their capability to fulfil substantial frameworks and complex IT service requirements. Such contracts can facilitate long-term business growth by securing substantial revenue streams and enhancing market credibility.

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Notice Title

HRSD License bridging renewal

Notice Description

HRSD License bridging renewal

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bfe5a183-798d-43fd-9ec6-fb41355170d9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b29d3268-a5d1-4a14-bfc7-710bede8ad0f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£2,053,069 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,053,069 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
3 Aug 2026 - 6 Nov 2028 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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