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Summary of the contracting process

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), located in London, has concluded a procurement process for "Microsoft Enterprise Support Services," with a specific focus on IT services such as consulting, software development, Internet services, and support. This contract was directly awarded to Microsoft Ltd, based in Reading, as part of the procurement method leveraging a direct award strategy. Scheduled to commence on 1st July 2026 and conclude on 30th June 2029, this contract aims at ensuring operational resilience for the FCA. The procurement process is currently at the award stage, with the standstill period set to end on 25th June 2026. The procurement process is governed by the legal framework under UKPGA 2023/54, highlighting compliance with public contracting standards.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for IT service providers, especially those capable of offering comprehensive support services. Firms specialising in large-scale IT solutions, proactive workshop offerings, and technical expertise are well-positioned to engage. While Microsoft Ltd has been directly awarded this contract due to their capability to provide dedicated resources and extensive technical expertise, smaller businesses could potentially enter as subcontractors, offering niche services that complement Microsoft's solutions. The contract's emphasis on proactive risk management and operational continuity aligns with broader trends in outsourced IT service provision, making it a fertile ground for businesses seeking to expand their footprint in public sector IT contracts.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Microsoft Enterprise Support Services

Notice Description

Support for all Microsoft services including proactive workshops.

Procurement Information

Microsoft is able to supply dedicated resource and technical expertise at scale, allowing for risks and issues to be addressed and resolved far quicker than alternative solutions. The end-to-end coverage of the estate means the business enjoys greater operational resilience as well as having a direct escalation point to help resolve issues.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b38f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056352-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,310,828 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICROSOFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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