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Microsoft MPSA Licensing - project_4823

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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16 Apr 2021 at 13:44

Summary of the contracting process

The contract titled "Microsoft MPSA Licensing - project_4823" was awarded by the Department for Education, which is located at Piccadilly Gate, Store St, Manchester, England. This procurement, categorised under software package and information systems (CPV code 48000000), involved a selective procurement method, via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract is valued at £410,836.40 and commenced on 1st March 2021, with an end date set for 31st May 2023. The tender period concluded on 26th February 2021.

This awarded contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the software and IT sectors, particularly those that specialise in Microsoft licensing and support. Companies well-suited to compete include software vendors, IT service providers, and technology consultants, especially those with experience catering to educational institutions. Engaging in such procurement processes allows these businesses to potentially secure substantial contracts and expand their market reach within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Microsoft MPSA Licensing - project_4823

Notice Description

Licensing and support for Microsoft software.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c6283afc-d5aa-490b-894a-54691d6f928b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bf2133f-8ef2-4932-be01-267d6430c06d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£410,836 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£410,836 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2021 - 31 May 2023 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 EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

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