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Microsoft Software Licensing

University of Ulster

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18 Dec 2021 at 22:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Ulster has awarded a contract for Microsoft Software Licensing, classified under the industry category of software package and information systems. This procurement process was conducted as an open procedure, and the contract is valued at approximately £800,000 per annum over a five-year period, commencing on 1 December 2021. Although the contract is currently active, the University reserves the right to modify it due to unforeseen circumstances. The award criteria focused on quality and cost, with price representing 50% of the evaluation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software licensing, particularly those that provide Microsoft products and services. Companies that excel in customer service, technical support, and responsible procurement practices would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. With the anticipated spend and the potential for future modifications depending on demand, engaging with this sector could facilitate growth and expansion in the tech market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Microsoft Software Licensing

Notice Description

Microsoft Software Licensing

Lot Information

Lot 1

Microsoft Software Licensing and support inclusive of maintenance and renewal to meet the following needs: - Support existing purchases and allow for the upgrading of existing Microsoft licenses, - To procure new licenses, - Technical support. This call-off contract for the renewal of Microsoft Software Licensing was awarded as a direct award as provided under the Southern Universities Procurement Consortium (SUPC) framework Software License Resellers Agreement (Ref 2016/05). This is an award to the first ranked supplier via a desktop exercise with the adjusted weightings as shown below under Lot 1 - Microsoft & Associated Services. Additional information: The estimated total value stated above in Section II.1.7 is for a five year period commencing on 1 December 2021.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-030355
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031710-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48218000 - License management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,048,135 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Ulster
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLERAINE
Postcode
BT52 1SA
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Causeway Coast and Glens
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
East Londonderry

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Phoenix Software Limited

Further Information

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