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Microsoft Unified Support

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

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22 Jun 2026 at 13:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has awarded a service contract for "Microsoft Unified Support" to Microsoft Ltd., marking the completion of this procurement process. This contract, procured via a direct award call-off from the G-Cloud 14 framework Lot 2, focuses on software-related services under the CPV classification 72260000. The contract spans from 22 June 2026 to 31 May 2027, with a total value of £137,028.75. Despite the wide geographical coverage listed, including the UK and various international territories, the procurement stage is now in the award phase, having been formally published on 22 June 2026. The process highlights the use of the 'Other' procurement method rather than traditional competitive tendering.

This tender presents significant opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in software services and support, particularly those capable of engaging in direct awards through established frameworks like G-Cloud 14. Businesses with a large operational capacity and those experienced in delivering high-quality IT support services across diverse geographic locations, including the UK and beyond, are well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders. Leveraging such opportunities could lead to growth through expanded government contracts and increased market presence. While this particular contract was not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, recognising and preparing for similar opportunities may enable businesses to engage with and benefit from public sector procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Microsoft Unified Support

Notice Description

The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea (RBKC) has awarded a Service Contract to Microsoft Ltd. The contract was procured via a direct award call - off from the G-Cloud 14 framework Lot 2. The contract was established for 12 months and commenced on 1 June 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dced6dc0-7c71-4a15-b7cc-918113e44e26
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7062ec6-7d3d-40f2-bc01-5701a220882c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£137,028 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£137,028 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2027 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
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W8 7NX
Postcode Area
West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Campden
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Microsoft Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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