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title: "Microsoft Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) Software Agreement Service"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OFSTED"
published: "2019-12-24"
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# Microsoft Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) Software Agreement Service

Buyer: OFSTED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c59c9f7a-8e99-4117-9923-f7d2e91a994d

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## Summary

The contract titled "Microsoft Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) Software Agreement Service" has been awarded by Ofsted, based in Manchester, England. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems industry category, with a total contract value of £595,466. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 11 Framework Agreement (RM1557.11). The procurement process was completed on 4th December 2019, with the contract period starting on 1st January 2020 and concluding on 31st December 2020.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for large-scale software service providers, particularly those with expertise in Microsoft solutions, to align with a prominent public sector organisation. Companies that specialise in cloud-based services or have capabilities in delivering subscription software are particularly well-suited to engage in similar upcoming opportunities. As the awarding authority, Ofsted seeks partnerships that can ensure effective delivery of technology solutions reflective of current educational needs.

## Notice

Please note that this contract has already been awarded and that this contract is being published for transparency purposes only. Call Off from Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 11 Framework Agreement (RM1557.11). This Contract is for the provision of a Microsoft Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) Software Agreement Service to provide a range of Microsoft subscription services to Ofsted under Lot 1 and 2.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8efa87fe-770f-44aa-9186-80f73be95449 |
| 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 | 24 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £595,466 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £595,466 |
| 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 | OFSTED |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 24 Dec 2019 at 12:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8efa87fe-770f-44aa-9186-80f73be95449

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8efa87fe-770f-44aa-9186-80f73be95449
  24th December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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