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title: "Provision of Microsoft M365 Enterprise and Skype for Business licences"
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# Provision of Microsoft M365 Enterprise and Skype for Business licences

Buyer: FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7abd83c5-57d9-403b-be7f-09fecfac2daa

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## Summary

The Folkestone and Hythe District Council is seeking suppliers for the "Provision of Microsoft M365 Enterprise and Skype for Business licences" in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This procurement, classified under information technology services (CPV code 72222300), is currently in the award stage following an open tender process that concluded on 6th August 2021. The contract, valued at £312,984, will commence on 21st October 2021 and runs until 30th September 2024. Businesses interested in participating had to submit their bids by the deadline and can access the opportunity through the Kent Business e-tendering portal.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in information technology services. Companies proficient in delivering cloud-based solutions and business communication tools would be ideal candidates to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender can help businesses expand their portfolios and establish long-term relationships with local government authorities, thereby fostering growth and increased visibility in the public sector.

## Notice

Provision of Microsoft M365 Enterprise and Skype for Business Licences. The opportunity is available and accessible on Kent Business e-tendering portal, https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk, ref number DN554411.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/966cc3d7-dcb5-4ff0-8a58-a36d6cfcd317 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2021 - 30 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £255,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £579,727 |
| 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 | FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | FOLKESTONE |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT20 2QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Electoral ward | Folkestone Central |
| Westminster constituency | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CDW; INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 22 Oct 2021 at 13:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/966cc3d7-dcb5-4ff0-8a58-a36d6cfcd317
- 26 Aug 2021 at 06:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e11119f4-3e48-4e08-b380-2bde01abf2dc
- 5 Jul 2021 at 08:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/333f83e5-0631-4b10-8cc8-48153dbdb09c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/966cc3d7-dcb5-4ff0-8a58-a36d6cfcd317
  22nd October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e11119f4-3e48-4e08-b380-2bde01abf2dc
  26th August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/333f83e5-0631-4b10-8cc8-48153dbdb09c
  5th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.folkestone-hythe.gov.uk/your-council/council-information/contracting
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk

## Provenance

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