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VM Ware VEO Norfolk & Suffolk Police

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK; THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SUFFOLK

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23 Jan 2025 at 09:54

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Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk and Suffolk has completed the procurement process for a new VM Ware VEO solution. The contract, facilitated by BlueLight Commercial and awarded to a Value Added Reseller via a Crown Commercial Framework, encompasses software packages and information systems within the East of England, United Kingdom. Key dates include the tender period ending on 19 December 2024, the contract starting on 22 December 2024, and continuing until 21 December 2026. The total value of the contract is £53,225. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the procurement stage is now at the award phase, with a publication date of the award notice on 23 January 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software and information systems, particularly those that excel in providing virtual server solutions and remote infrastructure management. Larger enterprises or those already well-established in the public sector and experienced with framework agreements will find this contract particularly suited to their capabilities. The contract, awarded through a stringent selection process, suggests a high bar for quality and reliability, ideal for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in the public procurement sector and collaborate with law enforcement and fire services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

VM Ware VEO Norfolk & Suffolk Police

Notice Description

This is notice of 7 Forces Commercial Services award of the provision of new VM Ware VM Ware Enterprise Order (VEO) upon expiry of the current agreement. VM Ware is a solution that allows the hosting of multiple servers in a 'virtual' way; limiting the number of physical servers required and providing agile access for remote management of infrastructure. The VM Ware VEO has been facilitated by BlueLight Commercial on for Policing and the Fire Service. BlueLight Commercial have awarded the provision of this VEO to an approved Value Added Reseller via a Crown Commercial Framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c25c4a0-6d1e-4c43-910b-bead4b4b60d8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£53,225 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£53,225 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
22 Dec 2024 - 21 Dec 2026 1-2 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
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK; THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SUFFOLK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WYMONDHAM
Postcode
NR18 0WW
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Norfolk
Electoral Ward
South Wymondham
Westminster Constituency
South Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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