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title: "E5 MPSA Microsoft License Agreement"
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# E5 MPSA Microsoft License Agreement

Buyer: NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-51993307-9391-4abd-b7ab-6f5edf72b9d2

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## Summary

The National Audit Office (NAO) has completed its procurement process for the "E5 MPSA Microsoft License Agreement" within the information technology services sector, focusing on providing Microsoft Products and Services Agreement (MPSA) licences. This contract was awarded to SoftCat PLC through the HealthTrust Europe ICT Solutions framework. The procurement method used was a selective, call-off from an existing framework agreement. The contract, valued at £70,000, began on 1 November 2025 and will run until 31 October 2028. The purchasing organisation is located in London, England, and conducted the tender using a structured process that culminated in the award decision on 1 October 2025.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for growth within the IT services industry, particularly for businesses that specialise in software licensing and management solutions. Given its scale and approach, large firms and SMEs with the capability to supply and support comprehensive IT solutions may find such framework agreements ideal for expanding their portfolios. Additionally, the involvement through a recognised framework suggests the potential for stable cash flows and long-term contractual relationships, making it amiable for businesses focused on scalable growth in the technology sector. Moreover, the supportive environment for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) extends participation and growth prospects across different business types.

## Notice

The National Audit Office (NAO) has awarded a contract to SoftCat PLC via the HealthTrust Europe ICT Solutions framework. Under this agreement, SoftCat PLC will provide the NAO with Microsoft Products and Services Agreement (MPSA) licences. The contract commenced on Saturday, 1 November 2025 for 3 years until Tuesday, 31 October 2028 with the estimated contract value of PS70,000 (gross)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b28b484c-85ce-489d-8dbd-cab79269150c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 4 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,000 |
| 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 | NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1W 9SP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Pimlico North |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 4 Nov 2025 at 11:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b28b484c-85ce-489d-8dbd-cab79269150c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b28b484c-85ce-489d-8dbd-cab79269150c
  4th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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