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title: "O365 IT Software - CSU"
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buyer: "NHS MIDLANDS & LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT"
published: "2026-04-21"
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# O365 IT Software - CSU

Buyer: NHS MIDLANDS & LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9e71f842-d0d0-4aee-a2a5-a74302a5f1e8

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## Summary

The NHS Midlands & Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit has recently concluded the procurement process for the "O365 IT Software - CSU" contract designed to provide Office 365 software packages. This process, initiated through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" (CPV code 48000000). The contracting process took place in England, within the UK, with an awarded contract value of £328,140.81. The tender stage has moved to completion, with the contract period set from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The award was announced on 20th April 2026, highlighting the efficient transition from tender to award. The procurement primarily focuses on goods and excludes specialised consideration for SMEs or VCSEs.

This tender represents a considerable opportunity for software companies specialising in Office 365 and related IT solutions. It is well-suited for large businesses capable of providing robust IT infrastructure and management services, as evidenced by the successful supplier, Ultima Business Solutions. Given the contract's integration within a framework agreement, competitors with experience in similar framework setups and comprehensive software service offerings are advantaged in striving for growth through public sector collaborations. Business growth can be supported through involvement in such high-value projects, enhancing portfolios and expanding influence within the public sector IT domain.

## Notice

Office 365 software package

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/576d55d6-6987-4074-8293-50283eed7a60 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £328,140 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £328,140 |
| 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 | NHS MIDLANDS & LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | STOKE-ON-TRENT |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST1 2QB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent |
| Local authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Electoral ward | Birches Head & Northwood |
| Westminster constituency | Stoke-on-Trent Central |
| 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 | ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 21 Apr 2026 at 10:14 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/576d55d6-6987-4074-8293-50283eed7a60
- 20 Apr 2026 at 15:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/576d55d6-6987-4074-8293-50283eed7a60

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/576d55d6-6987-4074-8293-50283eed7a60
  21st April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ad7973b4-06f7-4786-a872-1832b031162e

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