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title: "Microsoft Premier Support"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-263eadfd-873b-42d2-a1de-3b0651dc5022"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
published: "2017-02-15"
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# Microsoft Premier Support

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-263eadfd-873b-42d2-a1de-3b0651dc5022

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Department for Education seeking Microsoft Premier Support services, specifically in the IT services industry. This direct award tender, identified as ICT2015/0002, totals £506,393 and aims to implement a service management framework for Azure and ensure the health of critical systems. The contract period runs from 9 April 2016 to 8 April 2017, with the procurement process having reached the Award stage as of 8 April 2016.

This tender presents significant opportunities for IT consultancy and service providers aiming to expand their offerings within the public sector. Companies that specialise in cloud management, cybersecurity compliance, and comprehensive IT support services would be well-suited to compete, especially those with experience in collaborating with governmental entities or large-scale IT infrastructure projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to consider their capacity to engage in such contracts.

## Notice

Azure - Implement a service management framework surrounding Azure, plus ensure health of key subscriptions for critical services as DfE move further into the cloud. Windows 10 - Deploy a robust build of Windows 10 that complies with CESG recommended platform and security guidelines. BAU Systems - Ensure health of BAU systems (i.e. Active Directory, SharePoint, SQL and ADFS) are continually assessed and reviewed. Knowledge Transfer - Work with Microsoft Premier Field Engineer experts for knowledge transfer and to instil industry leading ethos and best practices.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddc2520f-4b84-4d97-9381-7d7669d8ec41 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Apr 2016 |
| Contract period | 8 Apr 2016 - 8 Apr 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £506,393 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £506,393 |
| 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 EDUCATION |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 3BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | Sherbourne |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry North West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 15 Feb 2017 at 15:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddc2520f-4b84-4d97-9381-7d7669d8ec41

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddc2520f-4b84-4d97-9381-7d7669d8ec41
  15th February 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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