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Microsoft PowerPages licences

NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL

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09 Jul 2026 at 13:44

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Nursing and Midwifery Council, a central government public authority based in London, has completed the procurement process for Microsoft PowerPages licences. This tender, identified by the title "Microsoft PowerPages licences," is part of the goods category, specifically software package and information systems. The procurement was executed via the direct method, below the threshold without competition, ensuring a streamlined process for acquiring licences essential for operations outside their existing Microsoft Enterprise agreement. The contract was signed on 30th June 2026, with a performance period from 1st July 2026 to 1st July 2027, demonstrating a forward-thinking approach to their technological needs. The contracting process reached completion with all stages finalized by 9th July 2026, highlighting the Council's efficiency in handling such contracts.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses that operate within the software and information systems sector, especially those capable of supplying complex software solutions within the stipulated timeframe. While the procurement was conducted without competition, companies like Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited (MIOL), the awarded supplier, showcase the potential for collaboration with major entities when handling government contracts. Businesses offering tailored software packages or aiming to partner with resellers for public sector contracts could find similar opportunities beneficial for growth and establishing substantial government partnerships. This engagement provides insight into the dynamics of securing government contracts, especially in the specialised software licensing domain, presenting strategic growth avenues for SMEs aiming to expand in enterprise solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Microsoft PowerPages licences

Notice Description

PowerPages licences required that our currently outside of our Microsoft Enterprise agreement. These licences have been provided from Microsoft via our partner reseller Insight for the purposes of this procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c7a7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064774-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
£172,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 1 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MICROSOFT LIMITED

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1B 1PZ
Post Town
West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wokingham
Electoral Ward
Thames
Westminster Constituency
Earley and Woodley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICROSOFT IRELAND OPERATIONS LIMITED (MIOL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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