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title: "Data Centre Microsoft Server Licensing and Support (889)"
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# Data Centre Microsoft Server Licensing and Support (889)

Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2d07986d-7c85-4d7a-be3b-46fc7f4bbd7e

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## Summary

The procurement process is conducted by the NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit, aiming to secure licensing and support for Microsoft Server in a data centre environment. This tender, titled "Data Centre Microsoft Server Licensing and Support (889)", falls within the software package and information systems category and encompasses delivery locations in the South East and South West regions of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used is selective, employing a call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract period commenced on 1st August 2020, set to conclude on 31st July 2023. The award status was published on 25th September 2020, with a contract value of £344,225.88.

This opportunity to provide Microsoft licensing and support presents significant potential for companies specialising in software solutions and IT services. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the contracting authority has indicated a commitment to engaging these types of businesses. Companies well-versed in software compliance and infrastructure services will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities, thereby facilitating business growth in a competitive market.

## Notice

SCW require Microsoft to license all centralised infrastructure services for Windows Server, thus ensuring all SCW datacentre services are licenced appropriately and attain compliance accordingly. Licences shall meet Software Assurance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/924af838-c7e9-435c-840b-451d08dae1e5 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2020 - 31 Jul 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £344,225 |
| 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 | NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 3NX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 25 Sep 2020 at 14:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/924af838-c7e9-435c-840b-451d08dae1e5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/924af838-c7e9-435c-840b-451d08dae1e5
  25th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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