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VMWare vSphere Licensing and Support

THE COAL AUTHORITY

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22 Oct 2024 at 15:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Coal Authority has awarded a contract for VMWare vSphere Licensing and Support under the CCS TePAS 2 Framework, following a competitive quotation involving five suppliers. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems (CPV code: 48000000). The contract, valued at GBP 106,018.48, will commence on 12th September 2024 and conclude on 11th September 2027. The procurement process utilised a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The primary location for contract delivery is Mansfield, England (postal code: NG18 4RG). The award status is active as of 12th September 2024.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs specialising in software licensing and support services. Companies that can offer reliable and scalable IT solutions will find this tender beneficial for business growth. The long-term contract duration provides stability and the potential for further engagements with The Coal Authority. Although the awarded supplier is SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES PLC, opportunities exist for other vendors to become competitively positioned for future tenders under similar frameworks.

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Notice Title

VMWare vSphere Licensing and Support

Notice Description

The Coal Authority has awarded a contract for the provision of VMWare vSphere Licensing & Support. This contract was awarded via CCS TePAS 2 Framework following competitive quotation with 5 suppliers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c9ac2dd1-0618-426c-a10f-c80cbfa011f8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a22332ee-3207-4a8d-90af-cfbb89d11fb5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£106,018 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£106,018 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
11 Sep 2024 - 11 Sep 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
THE COAL AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANSFIELD
Postcode
NG18 4RG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Mansfield
Electoral Ward
Berry Hill
Westminster Constituency
Mansfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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