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title: "2KEY - Service - Software"
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buyer: "NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY"
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# 2KEY - Service - Software

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6a484566-728b-49df-9c7d-3a88a2177120

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## Summary

The public procurement process involved Newcastle University, which sought bids for the tender titled "2KEY - Service - Software". This procurement, classified under the industry category of "License management software package", was located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a tender period that ended on March 13, 2020. The total contract value was £54,000, and the contract was awarded to Softcat PLC, with the contract duration running from March 14 to March 16, 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in software licensing and management solutions. Companies with expertise in digital services and the ability to provide efficient licensing support would be well-matched to compete for similar future contracts. Engaging in such tenders can help businesses expand their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with educational institutions, thus enhancing their market presence.

## Notice

Supply of Zoom licences

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40fa4689-6609-4a18-be86-1f1ef2c11fca |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 14 Mar 2020 - 16 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £54,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £54,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48218000 - License management software package

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2020 at 15:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40fa4689-6609-4a18-be86-1f1ef2c11fca

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40fa4689-6609-4a18-be86-1f1ef2c11fca
  29th April 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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