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20 Jul 2026 at 10:44

Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council has successfully secured a procurement for Adobe VIP Teams Licences to support its operations from 2026 to 2029. This procurement, titled "Adobe VIP Teams Licenses for HCC 2026-2029", falls under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems and is set within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was facilitated through the Government Commercial Agency Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (TePAS 2) Framework, Lot 3, using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is complete, with a contract period commencing on 13 July 2026 and concluding on 12 July 2029, following an end date of the tender period on 25 June 2026. The total contract value is £175,000, inclusive of GBP currency.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses engaged in software solutions, particularly those familiar with framework agreements and public sector requirements. Given the need for software licensing, organisations that specialise in Adobe products or provide comprehensive software management solutions are particularly well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could also benefit, as the procurement explicitly considers suitability for such entities. By enabling continuous access to necessary software for the council's operations, businesses involved in this procurement can leverage the opportunity to expand their capabilities and establish or reinforce their presence within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Adobe VIP Teams Licenses for HCC 2026-2029

Notice Description

Hampshire County Council required access to industry-standard software to support the creation, editing and management of corporate documentation and visual content across its services. These tools are essential for producing professional, accessible and compliant materials that support operational delivery, communications and stakeholder engagement. To maintain capability and ensure continuity of service, the Council undertook a procurement exercise for the provision of Adobe Acrobat Pro (VIPMP), Adobe InDesign (VIPMP), Adobe Creative Cloud Pro (VIP) and Adobe Photoshop (VIPMP) licences. These applications provide document production, graphic design and image editing functionality that is integral to the Council's day-to-day activities. The procurement was conducted via the Government Commercial Agency Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (TePAS 2) Framework, Lot 3, providing a compliant and efficient route to market. Objectives Achieved The procurement exercise successfully: Secured compliant and cost-effective licensing arrangements for the required Adobe products. Ensured uninterrupted access to critical software for authorised users across the Council. Supported the continued production of high-quality and accessible documentation and visual materials. Enabled effective licence management through Adobe's Value Incentive Plan (VIP) and VIP Marketplace (VIPMP) programmes. Maintained access to essential tools required for document creation, publication design and image editing, supporting operational and business needs across Council services. Ensured continued alignment with existing business processes and software environments, minimising disruption to users and service delivery. As a result, Hampshire County Council has maintained access to the software required to support its operational, communications and design functions while ensuring compliance, value for money and effective licence management.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d2f38327-d678-4dce-810c-d5eab66b5e10
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a74335c-4a12-4da8-b12d-cf7dbe815288
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
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2029 3-4 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
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8UD
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)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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