Planning

ICT Licences: Microsoft Enterprise Agreement

VICO HOMES LIMITED

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Planning

14 May 2025 at 14:38

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The upcoming procurement process initiated by VICO HOMES LIMITED, a sub-central government public authority based in Castleford, UK, revolves around the acquisition of ICT licences for a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement, including SQL and Dynamics. This process is currently in the planning stage, with an anticipated future notice date set for 17th July 2026. The total contract value is estimated at £2,880,000, with a contract period spanning from 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2030. The procurement category is classified under software packages and information systems, targeting businesses in the goods industry within the region of Yorkshire and the England area (UKE). The tender aims to cater to small and medium-sized enterprises, providing a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software systems to secure government contracts.

The nature of this procurement, centred on Microsoft enterprise-level software solutions, presents promising growth opportunities for companies with expertise in ICT and software systems. Businesses adept at delivering such high-value contracts, especially those familiar with the nuances of Microsoft products, would be well-positioned to benefit. Small and medium enterprises capable of offering competitive bids and demonstrating innovation and efficiency in software solutions can leverage this tender as a means to substantially grow their footprint in the public sector market. The structured procurement method allows eligible businesses to utilise their existing capabilities to meet the government's requirements effectively, opening avenues for forging valuable partnerships with a notable buying organisation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ICT Licences: Microsoft Enterprise Agreement

Notice Description

ICT Licences: Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (Including SQL and Dynamics)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051377
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021398-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Jul 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 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
VICO HOMES LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@vicohomes.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CASTLEFORD
Postcode
WF10 5HX
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Westminster Constituency
Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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