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Broadcom vSphere License Renewal

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

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23 Jan 2025 at 14:58

Tender

13 Aug 2024 at 11:14

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire recently awarded a contract for the renewal of its Broadcom vSphere License to Phoenix Software Ltd. This procurement, categorised under 'goods' and classified as 'License management software package,' was conducted using an open procedure. The total contract value is £315,256, and the contract was signed on 1st November 2024, reflecting the latest stage of the procurement process, which is now complete. The procurement took place in the UKH region, with the university’s main campus located in Luton. This specific contract follows the initial tender which had a procurement stage identified as active with a value estimate of £400,000 and a tender closure date on 12th September 2024.

This tender offers excellent opportunities for businesses involved in software licensing and management, particularly those providing virtualisation solutions like VMware. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete, as evidenced by the successful bid from Phoenix Software Ltd, a recognised SME. Engaging in such contracts can lead to substantial business growth, enhanced credibility, and the potential for long-term partnerships with higher education institutions. The open procurement method ensures a fair and competitive process, providing equal opportunities for all qualified suppliers to participate and contribute innovative solutions.

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Notice Title

Broadcom vSphere License Renewal

Notice Description

1.1 This tender is for the renewal of the University's Broadcom VMware License. Please see details on Tender documents

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-048a48
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002406-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

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


CPV Codes

48218000 - License management software package

72212218 - License management software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£315,256 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
23 Sep 2024 - 23 Sep 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
damola.aladesiun@beds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 3JU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

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