Microsoft Licensing

SALFORD CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Salford City Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Microsoft Licensing," aimed at securing a multi-year Microsoft License agreement. The process focuses on the provision of software packages and information systems, categorised under goods. While still considering whether to utilise an existing framework or to initiate a tender, the council has identified the industry category as software systems, with delivery expected in the UK region, specifically UKD36. Important dates include the planned contract period starting on 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2029, with a possible extension until 2032. A future notice is expected by 1st January 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses proficient in software licensing and IT services. Companies capable of providing comprehensive Microsoft software solutions are well-suited to compete for this contract. Those experienced in navigating framework agreements and public sector procurement regulations will be particularly advantageous, given the potential reliance on existing frameworks as per the 2015 or 2023 Procurement Act regulations. This contract presents a strategic avenue for businesses seeking to expand their foothold in the public sector by supporting essential IT system capabilities within a major city council's operations.

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Microsoft Licensing

SALFORD CITY COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

22nd May 2025 14:21:33 PM
Contract Summary

Provision of a multi-year Microsoft License agreement. Salford City Council is currently considering options with respect to using an existing framework (under either the 2015 or 2023 Procurement Act regulations) or a tender. This will be confirmed following a review of the market and our requirements.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-051e8c

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

SALFORD CITY COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@salford.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Civic Centre, Chorley Road, Swinton

Manchester

M27 5DA

United Kingdom

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Microsoft Licensing

SALFORD CITY COUNCIL

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