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title: "VMWare Virtual Servers"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cdaca604-6072-4a92-a7e9-a813cc7646dd"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OPEN UNIVERSITY(THE)"
published: "2026-07-03"
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# VMWare Virtual Servers

Buyer: OPEN UNIVERSITY(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cdaca604-6072-4a92-a7e9-a813cc7646dd

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## Summary

The Open University, based in Milton Keynes, has completed the procurement process for the "VMWare Virtual Servers" contract, classified under the servers industry category. The process involved a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the total contract value amounting to £1,737,805.82. The process reached the award stage, culminating in the contract being awarded to Softcat PLC, and its active contract period spans from 23rd June 2026 to 22nd June 2029. The procurement addressed the continued use and support of virtual server infrastructure, with delivery expected in Milton Keynes (postal code MK7 6AA).

This tender represents substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the IT infrastructure sector, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive support services for virtual server environments. Large enterprises, like Softcat PLC, with the resources to fulfil framework agreements, would find this an ideal opportunity due to its scale and the specialised nature of goods required. While the procurement does not directly accommodate SMEs or VCSEs, it highlights the potential for specialised companies to leverage existing infrastructure capabilities to secure long-term contracts with major educational institutions like The Open University.

## Notice

Upgraded subscription for the continued use and support of the virtual server infrastructure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bd42559-9ca9-47c0-89e6-89cfb09efbed |
| 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 | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 22 Jun 2026 - 22 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,737,805 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,737,805 |
| 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 | OPEN UNIVERSITY(THE) |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK7 6AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Monkston |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48820000 - Servers

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2026 at 14:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bd42559-9ca9-47c0-89e6-89cfb09efbed

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bd42559-9ca9-47c0-89e6-89cfb09efbed
  3rd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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