Tender

Supply of ICT Software Services

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

31 Mar 2026 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

Devon County Council has issued a tender for the "Supply of ICT Software Services," aiming to secure expert Licensing Solution Providers for software supply and Software Asset Management services. This procurement falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support, applicable across the UK, with a focus on Exeter (region UKK43). Currently in the tender stage, interested suppliers must submit their bids by 6th May 2026, with enquiries ending on 27th April 2026. The process, conducted via an open procedure, involves a Framework Agreement where suppliers can bid on one or both designated Lots: Lot 1 - Microsoft Enterprise Agreements and Lot 2 - Ad hoc Licences. The procurement, valued at £13 million net, ensures robust participation and competitive pricing.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the ICT sector, particularly for those specialising in software licensing and asset management. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) with strong technical capabilities are encouraged to compete, as the procurement favours both quality and price in its assessment criteria. Bidders are invited to bring innovative solutions to meet Devon County Council's needs over the contract period starting 1st November 2026 until 31st October 2030. With a substantial overall value and active engagement framework, this procurement allows up to two maximum participants per lot, providing a competitive platform to establish long-term relationships with a major public authority.

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Notice Title

Supply of ICT Software Services

Notice Description

Devon County Council is seeking to engage specialist Licensing Solution Providers who can offer expert advice, best value and competitive prices for the supply of software, as well as associated Software Asset Management services. The services to be provided via the Framework Agreement are divided into the following Lots (suppliers may elect to bid one or both of these lots):- * Lot 1 - Microsoft Enterprise Agreements * Lot 2 - Ad hoc Licences

Lot Information

Lot 1 Microsoft Enterprise Agreements

Lot 1 - Microsoft Enterprise Agreements. DCC is contracted up to 31st August 2027 for the Microsoft Enterprise Agreements. The authority needs to be in a position to go live with the agreements on 1st September 2027 for the first three year term. This may involve a Change of Channel Partner (COCP) which will be processed via the relevant Microsoft routes. Under this agreement it is DCC's intention to call off 2 x 3 year terms for the Microsoft Enterprise Agreements.

Lot 2 - Ad hoc Licences.

This lot is required for ad hoc licences which will be purchased over the period of the framework. The authority has provided a list of the Ad hoc licences which were purchased in a 12 month period (May 2024 to April 2025) these form the pricing schedule for Lot 2, this does not guarantee the quantities of future requirements. This information has been provided to enable suppliers can gain an understanding of the variety of licensing the authority has purchased.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06799e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029851-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£13,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£13,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX2 4QD
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK43 Devon CC

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Newtown and St Leonard's
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

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