Planning

MS Azure

LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK

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Planning

26 May 2026 at 15:52

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Southwark has initiated a planned procurement process for the provision of MS Azure licenses, as part of its strategic approach to upgrading its software infrastructure. This planned tender falls under the industry category of license management software packages, and is classified as a public authority - sub-central government initiative. Located in the UK, specifically in the region of UKI44, this contract opportunity is now in the planning stage with a notice published on 26th May 2026. The future notice date is set for 14th September 2026, paving the way for potential participants to prepare for the procurement stage, which is expected to commence operations from 1st June 2027 and could extend to 31st May 2030. The projected contract value stands at £3.5 million, grossing up to £4.2 million, offering substantial economic engagement.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in IT solutions and software license management to establish or expand their footprint within the governmental sector. It is particularly suitable for SMEs given the procurement's design to promote inclusivity and competitiveness. Companies with expertise in cloud computing, software licensing, and related support services may find this opportunity advantageous for securing a significant contract, enhancing their credibility, and driving growth. Competition will revolve around demonstrating superior software solutions that can efficiently manage and integrate MS Azure licenses, while aligning with the public authority's operational objectives. Interested firms should prepare to showcase innovation, compliance with UK legal standards, and an ability to deliver comprehensive support over the contract duration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MS Azure

Notice Description

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A PIPELINE NOTICE - NOT LIVE TENDER OPPORTUNITY The forthcoming opportunity will be for the provision of Licences MS Azure.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a4bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049166-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Sep 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2027 - 31 May 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2QH
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

Notice Documents

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