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title: "Microsoft Enterprise Agreement - via the Crown Commercial RM6098 Technology and Associated Services Framework - Lot 3 Software"
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# Microsoft Enterprise Agreement - via the Crown Commercial RM6098 Technology and Associated Services Framework - Lot 3 Software

Buyer: ST.HELENS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-775d5f23-cd85-4cc7-aa29-26064bbaa41d

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## Summary

The public procurement process, conducted by St.Helens Council, centres on the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement acquired through the Crown Commercial RM6098 Technology and Associated Services Framework, specifically in Lot 3 Software. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems industry category and is intended for delivery within the United Kingdom. The tender was conclusive as of 28th October 2025, with Phoenix Software Limited being awarded the contract valued at £1,693,000. The procurement method used was selective, executed through a restricted procedure, with the contract period set to commence on 1st January 2026 and conclude on 31st December 2028.

This award presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the software industry, seeking to align with public sector demands. Given the scale and nature of the procurement, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find suitable opportunities to collaborate in support roles or in future tenders of similar scope. The procurement process, tailored to the capabilities and track record of larger suppliers like Phoenix Software Limited, underscores the importance of specialised expertise and established credentials in navigating competitive selections within government frameworks.

## Notice

Microsoft Enterprise Agreement - via the Crown Commercial RM6098 Technology and Associated Services Framework - Lot 3 Software

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6f33dfb-d9da-4c91-86fe-c544f9fe42f4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,693,000 |
| 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 | ST.HELENS COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M33 7ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 28 Oct 2025 at 16:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6f33dfb-d9da-4c91-86fe-c544f9fe42f4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6f33dfb-d9da-4c91-86fe-c544f9fe42f4
  28th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sthelens.gov.uk

## Provenance

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