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Adobe Studio and Creative Cloud Licenses

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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26 Mar 2026 at 14:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Lancashire County Council focused on the acquisition of Adobe Studio and Creative Cloud licenses, classified under software package and information systems (CPV 48000000). Located in the North West of the United Kingdom, this tender is at the Award stage, with Bytes Software Services Limited named as the awarded supplier. The contract, valued at £191,379, will commence on 31 March 2026 and conclude on 30 March 2029. This selective procurement was executed through a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period had ended on 20 February 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large firms specialising in software solutions and creative applications. Bytes Software Services Limited, being the supplier, indicates a preference for well-established companies with the infrastructure to deliver comprehensive software packages. The geographical location of North West England suggests that businesses with a presence in the region are strategically placed to compete effectively. While not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, companies with robust distribution networks and expertise in software package management would find this contract advantageous.

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Notice Title

Adobe Studio and Creative Cloud Licenses

Notice Description

Adobe studio and creative cloud licenses for LCC

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2a7e2cd-17c6-4026-9995-876230963cc3
Current Stage
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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
£191,379 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£191,379 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 3-4 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
LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 8XJ
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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