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08 Jul 2026 at 09:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority completed a procurement process for "Software Licenses SQL," specifically targeting Microsoft Software Licenses SQL as classified under the software package and information systems category (CPV: 48000000). This procurement, initiated under the main category of goods, falls within the UKC region and was carried out through a limited procurement method without prior publication for a call for competition. The procurement stage reached completion on 7th July 2026 with an award made to SoftwareOne UK Limited. The total contract value is GBP 27,195, and it supports their business operations from their Service Headquarters at Nissan Way, Tyne and Wear, UKC23.

This tender offers lucrative business growth opportunities for companies focused on providing software packages and information systems, especially those that can supply Microsoft Software Licenses. The procurement process, characterised by its focus on price criteria, is ideally suited for large suppliers with a proven track record, such as SoftwareOne UK Limited, which succeeded in this competitive bidding environment. Businesses looking to expand in the IT and software supply markets would benefit from similar opportunities with public sector bodies like the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Software Licenses SQL

Notice Description

Microsoft Software Licenses SQL

Procurement Information

Crown Commercial Service RM6098 Technology Product & Associated Services 2 - Lot 3 Software

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c5f2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064000-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for 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
£27,195 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TYNE AND WEAR,
Postcode
SR5 3QY
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Washington North
Westminster Constituency
Washington and Gateshead South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTWAREONE

Further Information

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