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DDaT25577 - Provision of File Sharing & Collaboration software licenses

ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ

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20 Apr 2026 at 08:14

Summary of the contracting process

The contract for the provision of File Sharing & Collaboration software licences has been awarded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). This procurement was conducted through the G-Cloud 14 Framework, focusing on software-related services in the goods category. The contracting process followed a selective procurement method, using a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 10 April 2026 and is scheduled to conclude on 7 March 2027, with coverage areas including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and several international locations. The awarded contract, valued at £13,706.40, was finalised with Softcat Plc as the supplier and published on 20 April 2026.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software-related services, particularly those capable of integrating and delivering file-sharing solutions comprehensively. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract particularly accessible, facilitating expansion into government procurement markets. With the involvement of a large supplier like Softcat Plc, other businesses can glean insights into successful engagement with public sector procurement frameworks, potentially elevating their competitive positioning within the industry.

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Notice Title

DDaT25577 - Provision of File Sharing & Collaboration software licenses

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) had a requirement for the provision of Provision of File Sharing & Collaboration software licenses This procurement is being concluded under the G-Cloud 14 (RM1557.14) Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cf969bee-549f-4a6c-9691-4a9945756014
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/877fcb20-6dd3-408f-9cef-d0d5e035422a
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,706 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,706 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Apr 2026 - 7 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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