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title: "Microsoft Azure Credits"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1e6db716-c363-477b-8509-79c17e6b9d6f"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR THE NORTH"
published: "2026-06-16"
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# Microsoft Azure Credits

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR THE NORTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e6db716-c363-477b-8509-79c17e6b9d6f

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Microsoft Azure Credits" was conducted by Transport for the North, a public sector organisation based in Manchester, England. This process, classified under the industry category of "License management software package" (CPV code 48218000), concluded with an active award status on 26th February 2026. The procurement used a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, allowing for efficient direct purchase of Azure credits amounting to £500,000. The contract period for the awarded work extends from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, with the supply targeted for the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the software licensing and cloud infrastructure sectors, particularly those classified as small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The involvement of a recognised framework suggests that successful suppliers typically have established credentials within procurement service frameworks. Companies specialising in Microsoft Azure and related cloud-based solutions stand to benefit significantly from engaging with frameworks similar to those used in this procurement. As the tender has specific SME suitability, it supports smaller enterprises keen on enhancing their market presence through public sector contracts.

## Notice

Purchase of azure credits for continued access to Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure platform. A direct award has been using the Procurement Services Software Products and Associated Services framework (Y23065)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a67300-5cc1-44c3-9d9c-57246b88674c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| 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 | TRANSPORT FOR THE NORTH |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M2 5DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48218000 - License management software package

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2026 at 08:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a67300-5cc1-44c3-9d9c-57246b88674c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a67300-5cc1-44c3-9d9c-57246b88674c
  16th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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