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VMware Enterprise Plus Licence & Support 25/26

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "VMware Enterprise Plus Licence & Support 25/26", awarding it to Phoenix Software Limited. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems, with work centred in England, United Kingdom. The process reached its award stage with the contract commencing on 27th October 2025 and set to conclude by 26th October 2026. The tender was managed through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services Technology Products 2 Framework Agreement, with a total contract value of £93,296.96 GBP. The tender period concluded on 24th September 2025, highlighting its competitive timeline.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for businesses specialising in software systems and IT solutions. Organisations that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find particular advantages due to the suitability criteria set by the NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit. The framework agreement approach facilitates streamlined procurement for suppliers proficient in providing specialised software solutions. As businesses continue to adapt to technological advancements, securing contracts within such frameworks can significantly boost business presence and credibility in the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

VMware Enterprise Plus Licence & Support 25/26

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for VMware Enterprise Plus Licence & Support 25/26 to Phoenix Software Limited. This requirement has been procured via Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Technology Products 2 RM6098 Technology Products & Associated Services 2 Framework - Lot 3 Software Additional information: NOTE: To register your interest in any future opportunities and obtain any additional information please visit the SCW E-Procurement Web Site at the link provided. https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ceeb432d-ec6f-42ff-9c24-2e4877e56e1c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d22ef58e-7324-49a6-88c4-4755f20df321
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
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
£93,296 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£93,296 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 26 Oct 2026 6-12 months
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
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Laura Sweet
Contact Email
scwcsu.justaskprocurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH, HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO50 5PB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

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