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title: "Microsoft Azure Agreement"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY"
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# Microsoft Azure Agreement

Buyer: MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ce14bcb8-8364-440d-94b7-1b78c85fa1e1

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Microsoft Azure Agreement" has been completed by Manchester Metropolitan University in the industry of Data Storage Services. This contracting authority, located at Grosvenor Square, Manchester, initially called for tenders through a selective procurement method, resulting in a contract value of £1,121,514.61. The tender period concluded on 2nd August 2021, with the contract commencing on 1st September 2021 and extending until 31st December 2024.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in data storage solutions, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can efficiently cater to the needs of educational institutions. Companies capable of providing Microsoft Azure services may find this tender relevant, as it illustrates the demand for specialised IT offerings in the public sector. With a focus on collaborative solutions and responsive service provision, businesses aligned with these capabilities should consider engaging with similar tenders to foster growth and enhance their market presence.

## Notice

Microsoft Azure consumption and billing. Direct Award through the OCRE Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e721a75-879b-4c56-8d8b-6125c4d5781d |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,121,514 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,121,514 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M15 6BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72317000 - Data storage services

## Release History

- 7 Sep 2021 at 09:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e721a75-879b-4c56-8d8b-6125c4d5781d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e721a75-879b-4c56-8d8b-6125c4d5781d
  7th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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