Award

IT Support Provision

UNITED KINGDOM ANTI-DOPING LIMITED

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Award

30 Mar 2026 at 14:05

Award

16 Feb 2026 at 16:02

TenderUpdate

23 Jan 2026 at 13:15

Tender

16 Dec 2025 at 18:38

Summary of the contracting process

United Kingdom Anti-Doping Limited has completed the procurement process for IT Support Provision, focused on comprehensive IT support services for its Microsoft-based cloud and desktop environment. The buying organisation, situated in Loughborough, with additional offices in London, operates under the central government industry category. The procurement followed an open procedure and reached the award stage, with a contract signed on 9th March 2026. The initial contract period is set from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, with potential extensions up to 2032. Key services include on-site and remote support as well as strategic IT guidance, valued at approximately £78,000 annually, showing a gross overall contract value of £561,600.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialised in IT services, particularly in consulting, software development, Internet, and support. ElysianIT Limited, a small medium enterprise based in Basingstoke, has been awarded the contract, demonstrating the opportunity for SMEs with expertise in Microsoft Azure, Office 365 tenant support, and cybersecurity measures, to compete effectively. Businesses with proven experience in secure IT service delivery and robust improvement recommendations are well-suited to thrive under similar procurement processes, thereby expanding their portfolio and market presence.

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Notice Title

IT Support Provision

Notice Description

UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) sought to appoint a supplier to provide comprehensive IT support services for its Microsoft-based cloud and desktop environment. The successful supplier will deliver: On-site support: Minimum of two days per month across UKAD's Loughborough and London offices. Remote support: Helpdesk services during UK office hours, issue resolution, ticketing, monthly reporting, and attendance at quarterly review meetings. Core scope includes: - Support for Microsoft Azure infrastructure (IaaS), Office 365 tenant, and EntraID identity management. - Device management via Intune for Windows 11 desktops and iOS/Android mobile devices. - Active Directory and DNS management. -Desktop support and patch management. - Cybersecurity measures including multi-factor authentication and compliance monitoring. Strategic input: Guidance on IT strategy and participation in IT governance meetings. Supplier must demonstrate proven experience in delivering secure IT services, including robust patching and proactive improvement recommendations. Full details, including service levels and technical requirements, were provided in the Specification document within the tender pack. It is anticipated that the cost of the annual services will be around PS78,000 + VAT.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: We may require consultancy support for strategic projects and development work.

Renewal: Contract values assumes an Initial 3 year contract plus three 1 year extensions (3 +1+1+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f744
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029192-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£468,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£468,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£468,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£468,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED KINGDOM ANTI-DOPING LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOUGHBOROUGH
Postcode
LE11 3QF
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Charnwood
Electoral Ward
Loughborough Ashby
Westminster Constituency
Loughborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELYSIANIT

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