Award

VMware Subscription Software

TAMESIDE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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13 Nov 2025 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council culminated in the awarding of a contract for VMware Subscription Software, classified under Software package and information systems, to Phoenix Software Limited. This direct award, with a total value of £175,000, took place in the United Kingdom and marks the completion of the procurement stage. The awarding occurred on 21st September 2025, with the contract period commencing on 30th September 2025 and concluding on 29th September 2028.

This tender provides growth opportunities primarily for large software service providers capable of delivering VMware subscription services efficiently. Although the direct procurement method was employed, SMEs with suitable capabilities could consider positioning themselves for future opportunities in similar service categories within the software and information systems industry, enhancing their prospects for participating in public sector contracts with buying organisations like Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council.

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Notice Title

VMware Subscription Software

Notice Description

VMware Subscription Software

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fa054e78-6fb0-4d2a-93ea-45359a8a6237
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b983b2d-7114-4660-8109-133a16a05c83
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
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
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
29 Sep 2025 - 29 Sep 2028 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
TAMESIDE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Joanne Waddilove
Contact Email
joanne.waddilove@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7977555870

Buyer Location

Locality
SALE
Postcode
M33 7ZF
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Sale Central
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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