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title: "M365 Immutable Backup"
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# M365 Immutable Backup

Buyer: CARE QUALITY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-77d0f9d8-95d3-4671-8137-dcd88cf454bf

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## Summary

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has concluded the award phase of its procurement process for the "M365 Immutable Backup" contract. This procurement falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet and support services. The contract, involving a call-off from the CCS G Cloud 14 Framework Agreement, was awarded to provide robust protection against threats, including ransomware, and to allow rapid recovery using immutable cloud storage. Situated in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, the contract is set to commence on 31st December 2025 and conclude on 30th December 2028. The awarded contract value is £192,240. Contract references align with CQC's focus on Integration and Delivery, demonstrating their commitment to high-quality IT solutions.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in IT software development and cloud services. Although the procurement method was selective, utilising a direct award process from an established framework, it highlights the consistent demand for innovative IT security solutions in the public sector. Businesses that have expertise in data security software and cloud-based solutions are well-positioned to capitalise on similar opportunities. The CQC’s decision to collaborate with AvePoint UK, Ltd., a company known for its SME scale, underscores the scope for smaller enterprises to engage and compete in substantial government contracts, providing a pathway for those seeking to expand their operations in the UK’s public sector.

## Notice

This is a Contract Award Notice. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) requires M365 Immutable Backup which shields from threats, offers immutable cloud storage which ransomware cannot encrypt or delete and enables rapid recovery. This procurement was undertaken through the CCS G Cloud 14 Framework Agreement (RM1557.14), Lot 2 Cloud Software, following the Direct Award process. The Contract is awarded for a total period of 36 months. Total Awarded Value is maximum of all charges including any optional contract extensions. Contract Reference: CQC I&D 156

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48c666f8-11ed-449f-a5ec-07ffdb73b130 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Dec 2025 - 30 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £192,240 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £192,240 |
| 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 | CARE QUALITY COMMISSION |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 4PA |
| 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), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2026 at 15:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48c666f8-11ed-449f-a5ec-07ffdb73b130

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48c666f8-11ed-449f-a5ec-07ffdb73b130
  11th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ec922195-113e-4d8b-b2b8-87abcff090fe
  RM1557.14-G-Cloud-14-Lots1-3-Call-Off-Contract_Redacted

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