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title: "DDaT25369 UKSBS Software Licences"
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# DDaT25369 UKSBS Software Licences

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6125402b-92af-4740-b330-9f6372e5382c

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "DDaT25369 UKSBS Software Licences" was conducted by the UK Shared Business Services Limited for the supply of Adobe Licences, under the industry category of Software package and information systems. Located in Swindon, England, this tender was executed through a Direct Award procedure under a call-off from the SLRA framework. With the procurement stage labeled as Award, the contract was awarded to Academia Ltd, starting on 19th August 2025 and concluding on 18th August 2026. The total value of the contract was £27,381.89, and the buying organisation is particularly focused on ensuring opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises.

This contract represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in software licenses and systems. Companies similar to Academia Ltd, which operates on a large scale and possesses the capability to deliver complex software solutions, are well-suited to compete in such tenders. The strategic approach to sourcing via established framework agreements allows businesses with relevant expertise to streamline participation in procurement processes, encouraging growth and expanding their portfolios within the public sector.

## Notice

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for the supply of Adobe Licences. This Call Off contract has been sources via a Direct Award procedure to the top ranked supplier under SLRA framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2c5b6c0-0a1c-4f4d-8291-c09ebb986e01 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Aug 2025 - 18 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £27,381 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £27,381 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 28 Aug 2025 at 14:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2c5b6c0-0a1c-4f4d-8291-c09ebb986e01

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2c5b6c0-0a1c-4f4d-8291-c09ebb986e01
  28th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/c49008ce-5065-40d6-8bbf-ed935a87573d

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