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title: "Database and Operating Software Package"
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buyer: "BANK OF ENGLAND"
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# Database and Operating Software Package

Buyer: BANK OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0d32f681-60c0-4542-a2db-6fc615f222f5

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## Summary

The Bank of England has completed a public procurement process for a "Database and Operating Software Package," specifically for Red Hat Enterprise Linux Subscription Licenses. This contract, identified as CON/1001531, involves a call-off from a framework agreement, with the procurement method being selective. The contract, valued at £34,150.67, spans from 5th July 2024 to 31st July 2025. The delivery location is in England, United Kingdom, and the industry category is services within the realm of database and operating software packages. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 2nd July 2024 and the award date on 3rd July 2024.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering database and operating software solutions. Softcat PLC, a large-scale supplier located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, has been awarded this contract. Companies with robust capabilities in delivering and supporting enterprise software solutions would be well-suited to compete in such tenders, especially those seeking to partner with high-profile institutions like the Bank of England. Leveraging frameworks and selective procurement methods can streamline entry into lucrative public sector contracts.

## Notice

Framework Contract Call Off Order - Red Hat Enterprise Linux Subscription Licenses

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/971963bf-6230-46d2-b33a-542ec72e2a99 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £34,150 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,150 |
| 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 | BANK OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2R 8AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Walbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48600000 - Database and operating software package

## Release History

- 26 Sep 2024 at 14:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/971963bf-6230-46d2-b33a-542ec72e2a99

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/971963bf-6230-46d2-b33a-542ec72e2a99
  26th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/

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