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title: "Direct Award for the Supply & Delivery of Software Licences under Lot 1 - Microsoft and Associated Services of the Software Licence Resellers Agreement (SLRA) - ITS4042SU, SUPC framework"
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# Direct Award for the Supply & Delivery of Software Licences under Lot 1 - Microsoft and Associated Services of the Software Licence Resellers Agreement (SLRA) - ITS4042SU, SUPC framework

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-01118d7d-eadd-43ba-8d61-2c17c482ebb2

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## Summary

The University of Chester has completed the procurement process titled "Direct Award for the Supply & Delivery of Software Licences under Lot 1 - Microsoft and Associated Services of the Software Licence Resellers Agreement (SLRA) - ITS4042SU, SUPC framework". This procurement falls under the industry category of software package and information systems, specifically in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method was a call-off from a framework agreement using a selective process. The contract, valued at £950,000, began on 1 January 2025 and will end on 31 December 2027, with the award notice published on 30 January 2025. The tender period concluded on 9 December 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software licensing and related services, particularly those equipped to handle public sector requirements and capable of delivering Microsoft products. SMEs and VCSEs are explicitly noted as suitable participants, suggesting that smaller enterprises and community-focused organisations could compete effectively. Business growth can be driven by becoming a recognised supplier within prominent frameworks, enhancing credibility and access to future procurement opportunities. The University of Chester's adherence to framework agreements and their procurement methodology underscores a commitment to securing economically advantageous offers, which can provide steady, substantial workflows for successful bidders.

## Notice

Direct Award for the Supply & Delivery of Software Licences under Lot 1 - Microsoft and Associated Services of the Software Licence Resellers Agreement (SLRA) - ITS4042SU, SUPC framework, OJEU Contract Notice 2020/S 033-078650 This Direct Award follows our review of the SUPC framework Buyers Guide which established that Softcat PLC is the first ranked supplier on Lot 1 and that it is compliant under the framework to place a direct award with the 1st ranked supplier who is considered to provide the most economically advantageous offer, as well as their response to our invitation document with specific University of Chester requirements. This award is made under the framework Call-Off Terms and Conditions. All values in this Award Notice have been rounded up.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7469e65-a904-4a5a-b135-ede5c7a091ee |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £950,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £950,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER |
| Locality | CHESTER |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH1 4BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Chester City & the Garden Quarter |
| Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2025 at 16:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7469e65-a904-4a5a-b135-ede5c7a091ee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7469e65-a904-4a5a-b135-ede5c7a091ee
  30th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.chester.ac.uk

## Provenance

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