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title: "Virtual Desktop Environment Premium Software Support and Maintenance"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL"
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# Virtual Desktop Environment Premium Software Support and Maintenance

Buyer: SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e8003d4-230a-4543-ab9b-b61a2ad42688

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## Summary

The Sunderland City Council has completed a procurement process for the "Virtual Desktop Environment Premium Software Support and Maintenance." This contract falls under the category of software package and information systems, specifically relating to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Premium support. The award was made on 16th December 2021, with the contract period commencing on 1st January 2022 and concluding on 31st December 2022. The procurement was executed using an 'Other' method, with a total contract value of £35,102. The services are classified under the services procurement category, and delivery will take place in the region of England, United Kingdom.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in software support and maintenance, particularly those offering services related to virtual desktop environments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts, leveraging their agility and tailored service offerings. Engaging with Sunderland City Council might provide further avenues for growth, as they continue to invest in technology and services that enhance their operational efficiency.

## Notice

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Premium per User/Device Software Support and Maintenance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fa47a23-d5b8-4c6b-8b90-66db8be3e05e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,102 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,102 |
| 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 | SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR2 7SN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| 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 | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2021 at 13:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fa47a23-d5b8-4c6b-8b90-66db8be3e05e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fa47a23-d5b8-4c6b-8b90-66db8be3e05e
  16th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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