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title: "Microsoft Azure Consumption"
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# Microsoft Azure Consumption

Buyer: SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6f5b13f0-a2a8-46ff-96e1-b3b17a0d380e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "Microsoft Azure Consumption" is managed by Social Work England, based in Sheffield, England. This contract, classified under the services industry (specifically computer platforms), involves a negotiated limited procurement method without prior publication. The tender period concluded on 4th April 2022, coinciding with the award date, while the contract is set to commence on 30th April 2022 and will run until 29th April 2023. The value of the contract is £150,000, with a minimum value of £10,000.

This opportunity presents a significant growth avenue for businesses that specialise in cloud services and IT solutions, particularly those with experience in Microsoft Azure offerings. Given the contract was awarded to Phoenix Software Limited, other small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with relevant capabilities may also find similar opportunities in future tenders issued by Social Work England, which is keen on fostering competition within the sector. The focus on services indicates a demand for businesses that can deliver innovative technological solutions while adhering to public procurement standards.

## Notice

The purpose of this contract is for a public sector Server and Cloud Enrolment (SCE) agreement to cover Azure consumption.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d85c5c24-78a9-4196-a4ec-9f8fb4b20b27 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Apr 2022 |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2022 - 29 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,000 |
| 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 | SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S3 8JY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30211300 - Computer platforms

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2022 at 14:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d85c5c24-78a9-4196-a4ec-9f8fb4b20b27

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d85c5c24-78a9-4196-a4ec-9f8fb4b20b27
  4th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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