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title: "Centralisation of IT Service Management Licenses"
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# Centralisation of IT Service Management Licenses

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-18679964-c5a2-4e27-964c-2dfe71413a34

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Centralisation of IT Service Management Licenses" was conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, located in London, UK. This contract falls under the industry category of Information Technology Services, as classified by the CPV code 72222300. The process reached the award stage, with Ultima Business Solutions being appointed as the supplier. The procurement used a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract period set to commence on 7th November 2025 and conclude on 6th November 2028. The total contract value amounts to £14,881,506.12. This tender covered a broad delivery area including the UK, Europe, and beyond, and was finalised with the award dated 9th July 2025.

This tender presents opportunities for established enterprises specialising in IT service management who can operate on a large scale, given the contract's substantial value and scope. Companies that have experience working with governmental frameworks and can manage demands across multiple regions, such as the UK and international territories, will find this tender particularly suitable. Since the procurement was executed through a framework agreement, it provides a stable, long-term growth opportunity for businesses capable of delivering comprehensive and scalable IT solutions. Although the contract does not explicitly encourage SME or VCSE participation, businesses with capabilities to meet the extensive requirements may find this an advantageous venture.

## Notice

Centralisation of IT Service Management Licenses

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4df5cedc-2fe0-49e3-84ba-760c80e4ed8c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Nov 2025 - 6 Nov 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,881,506 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £14,881,506 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2025 at 08:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4df5cedc-2fe0-49e3-84ba-760c80e4ed8c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4df5cedc-2fe0-49e3-84ba-760c80e4ed8c
  10th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d9feb914-d005-42b4-96bb-c5848be3b255
  Signed OF and Agreement_redacted

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