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Red Hat Linux Estate Support & Maintenance 25 26

COMPANIES HOUSE

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31 Oct 2025 at 10:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Companies House focused on securing support and maintenance services for their Red Hat Linux estate for the period of 2025-2026. This tender, titled "Red Hat Linux Estate Support & Maintenance 25 26," falls under the industry category of software support services and is specifically classified for industry-specific software packages. The procurement, originally initiated through a tender, is now in the award stage, having been completed with an active award status. The contract was awarded to Akhter Computers Limited on 29th September 2025. The contract period spans from 17th October 2025 to 18th October 2026 and the total contract value amounts to £46,160.92. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, with delivery locations across various UK regions and the Channel Islands.

This tender offers particular opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in software support services, providing a lucrative avenue for business growth through government contracting. Engaging in such contracts allows businesses to build a relationship with a significant and reputable buyer like Companies House, potentially leading to future contracting opportunities. The specific focus on Red Hat Linux support creates a niche market, ideally suited for companies with expertise in this area. With the extensive geographical delivery scope, businesses with the logistical capability to manage multi-region postal deliveries within the UK and the Channel Islands are well-positioned to leverage this contract for expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Red Hat Linux Estate Support & Maintenance 25 26

Notice Description

Support contract for RedHat Linux

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f2ecd84f-9103-47e0-892b-6d6a20796606
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b30f8022-285e-44da-819c-1a017851d165
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£46,160 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£46,160 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
16 Oct 2025 - 18 Oct 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
COMPANIES HOUSE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AKHTER COMPUTERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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