Planning

Microsoft License

WEST MIDLANDS AMBULANCE SERVICE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 12:25

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust is planning a procurement process for the provision of Microsoft licensing, specifically focusing on license management software packages. Designated under the industry category of goods, with additional services included, this contract is particularly relevant for businesses in the technology and software sectors. Located in Brierley Hill, United Kingdom (region UKG36), this planned procurement process is at the 'planning' stage. The procurement will be executed using a selective method, specifically awarding under a framework. The contract is designed to commence on 18th June 2027 and is planned to conclude by 17th June 2029, with the possibility of extension up to 18th June 2031. The financial magnitude of this contract is indicated by its value, estimated at £2,200,000, inclusive of VAT, raising the gross amount to £2,640,000.

This planned tender is a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software and IT solutions, particularly those capable of providing license management systems. The emphasis on selective procurement indicates a competitive environment, with a focus on engaging small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This opportunity presents a substantial chance for businesses looking to expand their footprint within the public sector, particularly under a central government public authority. The possibility of renewal offers further potential for long-term engagement, making it an attractive prospect for businesses aiming for growth and sustainability through stable government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Microsoft License

Notice Description

Provision of the Trust Microsoft licensing

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a130
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047871-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48218000 - License management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jun 2027 - 17 Jun 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS AMBULANCE SERVICE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIERLEY HILL
Postcode
DY5 1LX
Post Town
Dudley
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG36 Dudley
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Dudley
Electoral Ward
Brierley Hill & Wordsley South
Westminster Constituency
Stourbridge

Further Information

Notice Documents

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