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title: "Oracle Solaris Renewal"
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# Oracle Solaris Renewal

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-927d000d-2b44-475e-b0b7-7bec86b71a6c

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## Summary

H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has completed the procurement process for the "Oracle Solaris Renewal" contract, aimed at maintaining support and licensing services for the Oracle Solaris operating system. The process, initiated under a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, falls under the IT services category, including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The contract, valued at £682,698.25 GBP, was awarded to BOXXE LTD, a large supplier, on 24th February 2026. It spans from 22nd April 2026 to 21st April 2027 and ensures software updates, security patches, and vendor support for HMRC's systems, mitigating risks associated with unsupported software, all within the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the IT service sector, especially those specialising in software maintenance and support. Although not deemed suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger enterprises with expertise in system reliability and security upgrades could find growth opportunities by leveraging such public contracts to expand their footprint in government services. Companies offering comprehensive IT support solutions could compete in similar procurements, thereby establishing ongoing collaborations with major government bodies like HMRC, enhancing their portfolio and reputation in the industry.

## Notice

This contract maintains the support and licensing services for the Oracle Solaris operating system. The renewal ensures continued access to software updates, security patches, fixes, and vendor support necessary to maintain the safe and effective operation of existing systems. The contract supports the ongoing reliability, security, and supportability of the operating environment and helps mitigate the risks associated with unsupported software.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edd7ee58-ab2d-4d57-95de-50137817e71f |
| 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 | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Apr 2026 - 21 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £682,698 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £682,698 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS99 1AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH31 Southend-on-Sea |
| Local authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Southend East and Rochford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2026 at 11:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edd7ee58-ab2d-4d57-95de-50137817e71f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edd7ee58-ab2d-4d57-95de-50137817e71f
  10th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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