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title: "VM Ware"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1dbfa603-5055-4ccb-8505-01e20ca37f7e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2025-11-28"
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# VM Ware

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1dbfa603-5055-4ccb-8505-01e20ca37f7e

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## Summary

The procurement process involves West Northamptonshire Council, seeking to secure a "VM Ware" contract, classified under the "Software package and information systems" industry category. Based in Northampton, England, this contract was awarded to Softcat PLC on 28th October 2025, with publishing details revealed on 28th November 2025. The procurement method utilised was selective, operating as a call-off from a KCS framework agreement, specifically Y23065. The procurement stage is complete, as the tender period concluding on 27th October 2025, and the contract period begins on 9th December 2025 and extends until 8th December 2028. The total contract value is £368,166. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suitable for this opportunity, given its details.

This tender presents significant business growth potential for SMEs in the technological services sector, particularly those specialising in software and information systems, given the nature of the procurement method being a framework agreement call-off. As the contracting authority, West Northamptonshire Council could offer a stable, long-term partnership. Businesses adept at managing large-scale software packages, delivering robust support systems, and capable of fulfilling the specified delivery requirements, particularly in Northampton, stand to benefit from engaging in this contract. The selective procurement and definitive timelines provide a structured opportunity for businesses meeting the specified criteria to expand their client base and enhance their market presence.

## Notice

VM Ware contract via KCS framework Y23065

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/781ffbd8-7519-471c-90dc-77469607bc38 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Dec 2025 - 8 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £368,166 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £368,166 |
| 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## 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

- 28 Nov 2025 at 12:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/781ffbd8-7519-471c-90dc-77469607bc38

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/781ffbd8-7519-471c-90dc-77469607bc38
  28th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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