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title: "SO14465 Provision of Software (RCA105085)"
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# SO14465 Provision of Software (RCA105085)

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-03558f1a-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process details a contract titled "SO14465 Provision of Software (RCA105085)" initiated by the Crown Commercial Service under the Ministry of Defence, designed for the acquisition of software licences and support. This contract falls within the services sector, specifically classified under the category of office and computing machinery. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 12th October 2015 and the contract duration from 2nd November 2015 to 1st November 2018, with a total contract value of £229,349.50. The procurement method utilised for this contract was designated as 'Other.'

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in the software and technology sector, particularly those capable of delivering software licences and integrated support services. Medium to large-sized firms specialising in IT solutions would find themselves well-positioned to compete for such contracts, especially given the significant financial commitment and longevity associated with the agreement. The successful supplier, Software Box Ltd, represents a model for the type of enterprises that could thrive in this competitive landscape.

## Notice

The Ministry of Defence (the Authority) had a requirement for the purchase of software licences and support. The contract length will be for a three (3) year period only.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1cc292a0-b775-436a-a57f-f3b3290b2901 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Oct 2015 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Oct 2015 |
| Contract period | 2 Nov 2015 - 1 Nov 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £229,349 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £229,349 |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8QQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTWARE BOX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1cc292a0-b775-436a-a57f-f3b3290b2901

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1cc292a0-b775-436a-a57f-f3b3290b2901
  18th November 2015 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8c31172d-716e-4814-bf6b-16a45b6f8101
  Outcome Letter Successful - Software Box - Redacted

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