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title: "Microsoft Azure Software Licences"
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buyer: "ASTON UNIVERSITY"
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# Microsoft Azure Software Licences

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a771e261-a854-45d0-bafb-c3aaca497d9a

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## Summary

This public procurement process pertains to Aston University's award for the "Microsoft Azure Software Licences" contract, classified under the industry category of software packages and information systems. The procurement, focused on providing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Software Licence subscriptions, covers the West Midlands region in the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender being awarded on 18th December 2025. The contract period stretches from 1st January 2026 to 2nd February 2030, with an overall value of £384,000. The procurement stage is currently at the award stage.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in software provision, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive data egress solutions. Companies such as software firms with experience in cloud infrastructure and licensing can greatly benefit. The procurement was suited for SMEs and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSE), indicating a favourable open market for such entities to bid. Engaging in this contract could bring substantial growth opportunities, leveraging Aston University's strategic connections and providing access to further public sector contracts.

## Notice

For the provision of Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Software Licence subscriptions and data egress.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/914c64eb-4310-4ad8-8478-6aaa56c57eee |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 2 Feb 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £384,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £384,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## 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

- 5 Jan 2026 at 10:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/914c64eb-4310-4ad8-8478-6aaa56c57eee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/914c64eb-4310-4ad8-8478-6aaa56c57eee
  5th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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