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title: "Microsoft Licenses"
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# Microsoft Licenses

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5c96b067-3482-4f8d-a764-2eddf439a2c6

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has completed a procurement process for Microsoft Licenses, valued at £4,426,795, through a selective method via a framework agreement. The procurement stage has been marked by the tender award dated 31 August 2021, which notably began on 1 September 2021 and will run until 31 August 2024. The delivery of these licenses is intended for the South West region of England, positioning the University as a key buyer in the software package suites industry.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software licensing and related services. Companies that specialise in Microsoft products or similar software solutions may find a fit here, particularly larger resellers capable of meeting the comprehensive licensing needs outlined by the University. Engaging in this sector could foster growth for businesses looking to secure contracts within the educational sector, aligning with substantial and ongoing procurement needs.

## Notice

University of Bristol requires a reseller partner to M365 and wider licensing requirements. University of Bristol has awarded a 3 year contract to Phoenix for the provision of the University's Microsoft licenses via a desktop exercise under SUPC framework Software License Reseller Agreement Lot 1.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f53a8898-19f8-4ad5-894c-00b8e781dd79 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 19 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,426,795 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,426,795 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48422000 - Software package suites

## Release History

- 19 Oct 2021 at 11:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f53a8898-19f8-4ad5-894c-00b8e781dd79

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f53a8898-19f8-4ad5-894c-00b8e781dd79
  19th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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