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title: "Microsoft Unified Support"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7756e799-5721-4a68-9151-6eb0fafaf0f2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE CHRISTIE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-04-22"
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# Microsoft Unified Support

Buyer: THE CHRISTIE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7756e799-5721-4a68-9151-6eb0fafaf0f2

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## Summary

The procurement process managed by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust involves the award of "Microsoft Unified Support" services, classified under IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This contract, valued at £40,850.46, is awarded as a call-off from a framework agreement using a selective procurement method. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract period from 27th January 2026 to 26th January 2027. The delivery location is Manchester, United Kingdom, with the postal code M20 4BX. Important dates include the tender period ending on 26th January 2026 and the award date on 26th January 2026.

The contract provides substantial opportunities for large-scale IT service providers, particularly those specialising in Microsoft support, as demonstrated by the supplier, Softcat plc. It's an excellent chance for businesses in the IT services sector to collaborate with a prominent NHS trust and enhance their portfolio by contributing to healthcare-related IT solutions. Firms with a proven track record in providing comprehensive IT support services would find this tender well-suited to their expertise, though it is not specifically aimed at SMEs or VCSEs. Engaging in such procurement processes can lead to long-term growth and potential future collaborations within the public healthcare system.

## Notice

Microsoft Unified Support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b55abc25-fe5b-4852-b609-f1486c35d85b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Jan 2026 - 26 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,850 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,850 |
| 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 | THE CHRISTIE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M20 4BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Withington |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Withington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 09:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b55abc25-fe5b-4852-b609-f1486c35d85b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b55abc25-fe5b-4852-b609-f1486c35d85b
  22nd April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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