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title: "Microsoft Advanced Support (Unified) 2025-2028"
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# Microsoft Advanced Support (Unified) 2025-2028

Buyer: LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-38dc8ec5-9ff2-4a89-9019-07d5b9eed29b

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## Summary

Lancashire Constabulary has completed the tender process for a contract titled "Microsoft Advanced Support (Unified) 2025-2028" under the industry category of software package and information systems. This restricted procedure procurement, with a total value of £582,278.58, focuses on providing Microsoft Unified Support services for a duration of three years. The contract, awarded to Softcat, commenced on 20th February 2025 and will end on 19th February 2028. This process took place in the North West region of the United Kingdom, with the tender period concluding on 1st January 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software and IT support services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive technical support for Microsoft products. Though the procurement method was selective, companies with a strong track record in large-scale IT services could find similar opportunities in ongoing or future tenders. Lancashire Constabulary's engagement in such contracts may encourage IT service providers to seek collaborations or prepare for future bids, fostering growth and expanding their market reach. Businesses that are not classified as SMEs or VCSEs would have found this contract particularly aligned with their capabilities.

## Notice

Contract for 3 years of Microsoft Unified Support.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8008d02-8ade-4980-a85b-9f3c1fbb6c44 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Feb 2025 - 19 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £582,278 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £582,278 |
| 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 | LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR4 5SB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## 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

- 12 Feb 2025 at 16:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8008d02-8ade-4980-a85b-9f3c1fbb6c44

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8008d02-8ade-4980-a85b-9f3c1fbb6c44
  12th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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