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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Glasgow City Council aims to secure a Microsoft Licence Reseller through an open tender procedure. The contract, valued at £4,130,370, was awarded to Softcat Ltd on 8th November 2021, following a complete evaluation of bids. The main procurement category is goods, specifically related to software value added reselling, and the delivery is targeted within the Glasgow area (postal code G2 1DU). The council requires the reseller to manage existing software licences, provide support, and advise on effective deployment of new technologies.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services and software solutions. Companies with expertise in Microsoft products, licence management, and IT consultancy would be well-suited to compete in this market. Engaging in such procurement can enhance a firm's profile and establish long-term relationships with local governmental bodies, which may lead to further contracts and projects within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Microsoft Licence Reseller GCC005432CPU

Notice Description

The Council requires a Value Added Re-seller to undertake a range of tasks including the purchase of Microsoft Licences software, maintaining software licence records and providing support and implementation services which will be key value add services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Microsoft licence re-seller will be responsible for the management of the Council's existing licence requirements. The re-seller will ensure compliance and advise on the most cost-effective way to manage, deploy and optimise the use of existing licenced products. Additionally, specialist advice on the suitability of new technologies to support modern working practices as well as the removal and rationalisation of older products becoming redundant throughout the life of the contract will be provided

Options: The council reserves the right to source non-core and additional items from the awarded Supplier

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000673086
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433353
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,130,370 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Glasgow City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 1DU
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Softcat Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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