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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas VMWare 2018"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Cefas VMWare 2018

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-45fddf83-0ed9-45dc-8be7-f4657f2e424a

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas VMWare 2018" contract, initiated by Cefas, focuses on the delivery of a one-year support and maintenance renewal for VMware licenses. The procurement has been conducted under an open procedure, and the contract, valued at £11,277, was awarded to Specialist Computer Centres PLC, effective from 23 April 2018 until 23 April 2019. The tender's deadline for submissions was 19 April 2018, and it is classified under the license management software category, specifically targeting entities in the East of England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents viable business opportunities, particularly for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) offering IT support and licence management services. Companies with expertise in software maintenance, especially those familiar with VMware products, would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts. Engaging in this sector not only aligns with the growing demand for technological services in public procurement but also opens pathways for new collaborations and contracts within the government framework.

## Notice

Cefas has a requirement for the provision of a 1-year support and maintenance renewal for VMware Licenses. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a404a4e-0264-498f-a626-37f42f4fbfad |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Apr 2018 |
| Contract period | 22 Apr 2018 - 23 Apr 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,277 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £11,277 |
| 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 | CEFAS |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48218000 - License management software package
- 72212218 - License management software development services

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2018 at 08:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a404a4e-0264-498f-a626-37f42f4fbfad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a404a4e-0264-498f-a626-37f42f4fbfad
  20th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=313900296
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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