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VDI Server Hardware Replacement

WEST YORKSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

03 Mar 2025 at 09:04

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

03 Mar 2025 at 08:49

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority has completed a procurement process for the "VDI Server Hardware Replacement" project, focusing on Virtual Desktop Infrastructure including support. This falls under the services industry category, with a particular interest in computer-related services and hardware. The contract is located in Bradford, Yorkshire. The procurement stage is at the Award stage, and the contract was signed on 3rd March 2025, with the project set to commence on 10th March 2025 and conclude by 28th February 2030. The procurement method was direct and below threshold, meaning it was awarded without competition, reflecting a concession special regime.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT infrastructure services and hardware supply. Companies with a strong track record in providing Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions and support are particularly well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Given that the successful supplier, PHOENIX SOFTWARE LIMITED, is a large entity with substantial capabilities, SMEs in the same field may find opportunities in subcontracting or partnership arrangements. Engaging in such substantial public sector projects can enhance business profiles, increase market visibility, and establish critical connections within government procurement frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

VDI Server Hardware Replacement

Notice Description

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure including support.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e8cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007596-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

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

CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

72500000 - Computer-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,207 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£36,207 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
10 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST YORKSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@westyorksfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD11 2DY
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Birstall and Birkenshaw
Westminster Constituency
Spen Valley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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