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Provision of Microsoft Software Licenses

CITY OF PORTSMOUTH COLLEGE

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05 Mar 2025 at 10:54

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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Portsmouth College has completed a public procurement process for the provision of Microsoft Software Licenses under the JISC (Joint Information Services Committee) agreement. The contract, identified as "CoPC 2025/01," falls within the education and training services category and specifically deals with education enrolment solutions. The procurement process involved a selective method, calling off from a framework agreement. Phoenix Software Limited has been awarded this contract, which started on 17th February 2025 and is set to conclude on 16th February 2028. The total contract value is £339,613 and is set to be delivered to the college's Highbury Campus in Portsmouth, PO6 2SA. Key procurement dates include the tender period ending on 5th February 2025 and the award dated 6th February 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software provision, particularly those with experience in educational solutions. SMEs and VCSEs are highlighted as suitable candidates for similar future opportunities, fostering an environment that encourages diverse business growth. Companies able to deliver high-quality, tailored technological solutions will find this sector rewarding, given the ongoing need for innovative and efficient educational tools. By securing such contracts, businesses can establish their reputability and expand their market presence within the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Microsoft Software Licenses

Notice Description

Microsoft provision of EES (education enrolment solutions) under the JISC (Joint Information services committee) agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c9b3a527-aa4a-442a-a620-7be154ebad3d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c24d3c17-9dea-4306-9297-a31354d3f2e0
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£339,613 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£339,613 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF PORTSMOUTH COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO6 2SA
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Cosham
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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