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Microsoft Campus Agreement

DURHAM UNIVERSITY

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08 Oct 2018 at 12:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Microsoft Campus Agreement, initiated by Durham University, involves the acquisition of a new three-year Microsoft Enrolment for Education Solutions (EES) agreement. This agreement replaces the Desktop Campus with A3 provision for staff, commencing on 1st October 2018 and expiring on 30th September 2021. The contract, valued at £1,098,155.10, was awarded to Softcat PLC and falls under the software package and information systems category. The tender period concluded on 21st August 2018, employing a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in software services, particularly those with a focus on educational solutions. Companies that offer similar Microsoft products, IT support services, and cloud-based platforms could benefit significantly from engaging in future contracts within this sector. The involvement of a prominent educational institution like Durham University may attract additional partnerships, enhancing the visibility and market reach of participating companies.

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Notice Title

Microsoft Campus Agreement

Notice Description

The University requires a new 3 year Microsoft Enrolment for Education Solutions (EES) agreement, replacing Desktop Campus with A3 provision for staff. The contract is required for a 3 year period to commence on 1st October 2018.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d54b230a-6487-47ba-9673-d352ffc9952c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99c101d8-f671-40d7-ae9a-7e5b53b91edf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
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
£1,098,155 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,098,155 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2021 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
DURHAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 3LE
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Durham South
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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