Tender

CA17094 - CPC/RB/01/2025 - Software Licences & Associated Services for Academies and Schools

CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED

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Tender

29 Jan 2026 at 16:18

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited, located in Salford, England, has initiated a public procurement process for a framework agreement titled "CA17094 - CPC/RB/01/2025 - Software Licences & Associated Services for Academies and Schools." This tender is focused within the "Software package suites" industry category and follows an open procurement method. The framework is divided into six lots, covering software licences from suppliers such as Microsoft, Adobe, and Google for Education, along with associated services. The tender process is in the active stage, with proposals due by 3rd March 2026. Contracts stemming from this tender will commence on 7th June 2026 and conclude on 6th June 2028.

This procurement presents substantial business growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specializing in educational software solutions and associated services. The framework is accessible to current and future CPC member institutions across the UK, increasing potential market reach. It includes multiple lots, making it suitable for a wide array of businesses, from those providing specific licensing solutions, such as Microsoft or Adobe, to those focused on data security and recovery software. The open procurement method enables businesses offering competitive products and services to engage and potentially secure positions within this expansive multi-supplier framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA17094 - CPC/RB/01/2025 - Software Licences & Associated Services for Academies and Schools

Notice Description

The CPC intends to establish a multi supplier framework agreement under the Procurement Act 2023 for the supply of software licences, renewals, upgrades, support, and associated professional services on behalf of its members. The framework will be divided into the following lots: Lot 1 Microsoft; Lot 2 Adobe; Lot 3 Google for Education and Chrome OS; Lot 4 Data Security, Backup and Recovery (excluding Microsoft, Adobe, Google and Chrome software); Lot 5 Other off the shelf software, including educational software; Lot 6 Multi purpose lot covering Lots 1-5. The framework will be open to current and future CPC member institutions across the UK (https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members), including eligible organisations registered on the UK Register of Learning Providers with a valid UKPRN (https://www.ukrlp.co.uk/). Local Authorities joining CPC may also access the framework when procuring on behalf of educational establishments (https://www.local.gov.uk/). Includes Lots: Lot 1: Microsoft Lot 2: Adobe Lot 3: Google for Education and Chrome OS Lot 4: Data Security, Backup and Recovery (excluding Microsoft, Adobe, Google and Chrome Software) Lot 5: Other Off the Shelf Software including Educational Software Lot 6: Multi-Purpose Lot (For Lots 1-5) To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17094. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17094 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9045a35d-18ec-4f72-958c-7b40edd736fb
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48422000 - Software package suites

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jun 2026 - 6 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED
Contact Name
Rezia Begum
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M6 6AJ
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
Salford
Electoral Ward
Pendleton & Charlestown
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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