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title: "CON 1403 - Support & Development for Microsoft software-based applications and services"
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# CON 1403 - Support & Development for Microsoft software-based applications and services

Buyer: THE OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDREN'S SERVICES AND SKILLS (OFSTED)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-555cd4f3-65bb-493b-a820-7d57ecea8e8a

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## Summary

The Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted) has initiated a tender process named CON 1403 - Support & Development for Microsoft software-based applications and services. The procurement falls under the IT services category, with a value of 1,700,000 GBP. The tender deadline is set for 27th March 2024, and the contract period is from 26th August 2024 to 26th August 2028. Interested parties should note that the procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender is accessible to businesses located in various regions, including the United Kingdom and European countries.

This tender by Ofsted presents an opportunity for businesses specializing in IT services, consulting, software development, and Internet support. Small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria outlined in the tender details. Businesses interested in long-term service provision and collaboration are well-suited for this opportunity, which allows for a 4-year initial term with the possibility of a 2-year extension upon mutual agreement with Ofsted. It is essential for interested parties to align their proposals with the specified requirements and deadlines to stand a competitive chance in this procurement process.

## Notice

The Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted) is pleased to invite you to submit a formal tender submission to become our supplier for Support & Development for Microsoft software-based applications and services. The Contract Term will be for an initial 4-year period* with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years subject to the agreement of both parties. *including a break clause / review point at year 2).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb852961-dba6-4c4b-a7ee-087dcb2547e7 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Aug 2024 - 26 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,700,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDREN'S SERVICES AND SKILLS (OFSTED) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9EX |
| 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 | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2024 at 13:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb852961-dba6-4c4b-a7ee-087dcb2547e7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb852961-dba6-4c4b-a7ee-087dcb2547e7
  21st February 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-IT-services:-consulting,-software-development,-Internet-and-support./2P56Z2FQMX
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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