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Adobe Licences (2026-2028)

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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06 Mar 2026 at 15:59

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Archives has concluded a procurement process for Adobe Licences from 2026 to 2028, encompassing software packages like Acrobat Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro. Situated in Richmond, United Kingdom, with procurement contact via procurement@nationalarchives.gov.uk, this contract has been awarded to Bechtle Limited, a large supplier based in Chippenham, Wiltshire. As of 6th March 2026, the contract is in the award stage and was signed on 30th January 2026. The procurement method employed was limited competition, below the threshold, with a total contract value of £12,627.95. The delivery scope covers regions UKI and UKJ, classified under goods in the Software package and information systems category.

This contract presents opportunities for suppliers in the software and technology industry that specialise in software package sales and licensing. Businesses that offer competitive pricing and reliable delivery in software solutions can grow their market presence through engagements like this, particularly those catering to central government needs. Companies with expertise in Adobe software could find similar opportunities appealing, especially if they possess the capability to engage with various government bodies and deliver efficient software solutions across the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Adobe Licences (2026-2028)

Notice Description

Adobe Licences (2026-2028) Acrobat Pro InDesign Photoshop Premiere Pro

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066496
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020573-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,627 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 4DU
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BECHTLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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