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Provision of Microsoft 365 Back Up and Security

DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL

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10 Jul 2025 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Dundee City Council has completed the contracting process titled “Provision of Microsoft 365 Back Up and Security”. This procurement falls under the category of General Public Services and is situated in Dundee City within the UKM71 region. The industry classification is identified by the CPV code 72222300 indicating services related to information technology. The procurement was undertaken via a limited procedure, specifically awarded without a prior call for competition through the NHS Digital Workplace Solutions Framework. The contract, valued at £340,000, was signed on 1 October 2024, transitioning the process into the award stage, with the contract now marked as active.

This tender creates significant business opportunities for companies specialising in IT services, specifically those experienced in Microsoft 365 backup and security solutions. Large enterprises like Softcat Plc, the successful supplier for this contract, are well-suited to such opportunities, given the nature and scale of the project requirements. Businesses seeking growth through public sector contracts would benefit from aligning with similar frameworks or demonstrating expertise in IT solutions tailored for public service bodies. Engaging in such procurement processes can help businesses expand their portfolios and reinforce their presence in the public sector IT industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Microsoft 365 Back Up and Security

Notice Description

Provision of Microsoft 365 Back Up and Security

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Microsoft 365 Back Up and Security

Procurement Information

Awarded via NHS Digital Workplace Solutions Framework

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000804095
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534446
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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

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

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20241 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Maureen McGlone
Contact Email
maureen.mcglone@dundeecity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1382433401

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 1QE
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City
Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Maryfield
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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