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title: "Software Solutions Framework"
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buyer: "NEW COLLEGE DURHAM"
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# Software Solutions Framework

Buyer: NEW COLLEGE DURHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c23480ff-9b31-4746-a531-594e631e26a6

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## Summary

New College Durham has awarded a contract for the provision of ICT Software and Licences under the Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) Software Licences & Associated Services framework, reference CPC/JE/01/2022. The awarded contract, termed "Software Solutions Framework," falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" (CPV code 48000000). Located in Durham, the contract started on 24 October 2024 and will end on 8 August 2028, with a total value of £997,542.90. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. This award represents the completion stage of the procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in ICT software and licences, particularly those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Businesses with strong capabilities in supplying educational institutions like academies and schools will find this contract particularly suitable. With New College Durham as the buying organisation, this contract not only promises a substantial financial opportunity but also the potential to establish a long-term relationship within the educational sector. Such contracts can serve as a stepping-stone for ICT companies looking to enhance their market presence and credibility.

## Notice

New College Durham have awarded a contract via the Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) Software Licenses & Associated Services for Academies and Schools, Reference CPC/JE/01/2022, for the provision of ICT Software and Licenses.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/129239fb-ab61-40e1-b671-745c848b30bc |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 23 Oct 2024 - 8 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £997,542 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £997,542 |
| 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 | NEW COLLEGE DURHAM |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## 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

- 28 Oct 2024 at 10:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/129239fb-ab61-40e1-b671-745c848b30bc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/129239fb-ab61-40e1-b671-745c848b30bc
  28th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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