Planning

Microsoft 365 Development Partner

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

05 Mar 2025 at 13:45

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

05 Mar 2025 at 13:41

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Northumbria is seeking a Microsoft 365 Development Partner to support new internal projects. This tender falls under the IT services industry category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support (CPV code 72000000). The procurement process is currently in the planning stage with key dates including the end of the tender period on 2 May 2025, the end of the enquiry period on 25 April 2025, and the award period concluding on 1 June 2025. The planned contract period is from 1 June 2025 to 30 May 2029. The contract is valued at approximately £400,000 to £480,000 and is open to SMEs. The procurement location is the UK, and the process will be conducted through an open procedure.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those experienced with Microsoft's Power Apps and Power Automate Flows. The project involves the development of varied solutions and consultancy support for cloud infrastructure, making it an excellent growth opportunity for capable IT firms. Businesses that can offer bespoke software development, IT consulting, and robust cloud solutions are well-suited to compete for this contract, potentially expanding their portfolio and fostering long-term partnerships with a significant public authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Microsoft 365 Development Partner

Notice Description

We are looking to procure a Microsoft 365 Development Partner to support with the development of new internal projects. Previous examples of work include: - Development of multiple solutions utilising Power Apps and Power Automate Flows - Consultancy to support development of internally developed solutions - Consultancy to support cloud environment infrastructure configuration

Planning Information

We have conducted a Request for Information (RFI) to help understand the status of the market. This will help inform the procurement exercise for requirements and the best route to market available. For any suppliers interested in engaging, please find details of the exercise here: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008053-2025

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e9cc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008054-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 30 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@northumbria.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE12 8EW
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Longbenton & Benton
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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