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title: "Virtual Compute Platform"
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# Virtual Compute Platform

Buyer: ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2f5fa7a7-7d52-47ec-b7c0-4aa7caa64044

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "Virtual Compute Platform," was conducted by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council. This tender involved the supply and implementation of a virtual compute solution, including hardware, software licenses, annual support, maintenance, data migration, and professional services. It was conducted through the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation framework. The process has reached the award phase, with the contract valued at £994,388 and classified under the CPV category of software packages and information systems. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a framework agreement. The contract spans from 8th December 2025 to 7th December 2030, with delivery in Yorkshire and the Humber, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for businesses involved in providing comprehensive virtual computing solutions. Large enterprises with expertise in hardware delivery, software licensing, and data migration services are well-positioned to benefit. While the tender has already been awarded to CAE Technology Services Ltd, businesses seeking future opportunities in public sector IT services can draw insights from this procurement process to align their offerings and capabilities for similar upcoming government contracts.

## Notice

This procurement covers the supply and implementation of a new virtual compute solution, including: * Hardware - delivery, installation, and removal/decommissioning of legacy equipment * Software Licenses * Annual Support and Maintenance - for both hardware and software * Data Migration - including migration of existing Citrix and VMware-hosted systems and services * Professional Services - to support implementation and transition Additional information: Procured via direct award through Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO); Network Connectivity and Telecommunication Solutions 2; Framework Reference - 1229

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52271792-ae31-44ca-8eff-4ae1a7639f4d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 8 Dec 2025 - 7 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £994,388 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £994,388 |
| 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 | ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ROTHERHAM |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S60 1AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham |
| Local authority | Rotherham |
| Electoral ward | Boston Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Rotherham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2026 at 16:59 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52271792-ae31-44ca-8eff-4ae1a7639f4d
- 7 Jan 2026 at 16:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52271792-ae31-44ca-8eff-4ae1a7639f4d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52271792-ae31-44ca-8eff-4ae1a7639f4d
  7th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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