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Microsoft Enterprise Subscription Renewal

TRAFFORD COUNCIL

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20 Jun 2025 at 15:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Trafford Council, a regional authority based in Manchester, United Kingdom, involved the renewal of its Microsoft Enterprise Subscription, under the title "Microsoft Enterprise Subscription Renewal". The procurement falls within the IT services category, specifically involving consulting, software development, Internet, and support. Trafford Council initiated this tender through a direct award via the KCS Framework Y2306, which is compliant with the General Procurement Agreement (GPA). The contract has been awarded to Phoenix Software Ltd on 20th June 2025, for a total value of £3,010,463. The entire tender process was conducted without the prior publication of a call for competition, and the process culminated in the active award stage.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in software solutions and digital strategy implementation. Companies like Phoenix Software Ltd exemplify the kind of providers well-suited for such contracts, particularly if they are established within recognised frameworks like the KCS. The focus on significant software renewals and digital continuity initiatives could drive growth for firms offering complementary or support services, as councils increasingly aim to enhance public service through improved digital capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Microsoft Enterprise Subscription Renewal

Notice Description

Renewal of the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement and the purchase of software licenses to enable Trafford to deliver its digital strategy and continue business as usual access to M365 product suite.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal of the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement and the purchase of software licenses to enable Trafford to deliver its digital strategy and continue business as usual access to M365 product suite. 3 year contract

Procurement Information

Direct award through the KCS Framework Y2306, Compliant route to market.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055138
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034181-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,010,463 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRAFFORD COUNCIL
Contact Name
PHILIP STEPHENS
Contact Email
philip.stephens@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M32 0TH
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Gorse Hill & Cornbrook
Westminster Constituency
Stretford and Urmston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

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