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title: "BT1898 Microsoft 365 Digital Champions Programme"
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# BT1898 Microsoft 365 Digital Champions Programme

Buyer: LUTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d1f39dc9-9e50-4be5-81ee-3fe906d15e32

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## Summary

Luton Council has completed the award process for the "BT1898 Microsoft 365 Digital Champions Programme" tender, pertaining to IT services including consulting, software development, and support. The procurement was carried out using a direct award method, signifying a straightforward appointment of the supplier without competitive bidding. The project, valued at £33,890, covers services within the United Kingdom, specifically the region of England. The contract is set to run from 7th April 2026 to 6th April 2028, providing an extensive timeframe for execution. This award stage was finalised on 23rd March 2026, following the closure of the tender period on 20th March 2026. Luton Council, the buying organisation, is based at Town Hall, George Street, Luton.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for SMEs specialising in IT services, as evidenced by the successful award to 365Tribe Ltd, an SME. The focus on consulting and software development caters to businesses adept in providing digital transformation and support services, positioning themselves as pivotal players in enhancing organisational infrastructure. The engagement through direct award simplifies the process for companies looking to expand their service delivery within public sectors, particularly those with existing strengths in Microsoft 365 technologies. This contract reflects Luton Council's commitment to leveraging local expertise and small-scale enterprises for impactful IT solutions.

## Notice

Microsoft 365 Digital Champions Programme

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccd2115c-be66-4ff7-a1fb-5eddacf1a4a5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Apr 2026 - 6 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £33,890 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £33,890 |
| 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 | LUTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | 365TRIBE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 14 Apr 2026 at 11:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccd2115c-be66-4ff7-a1fb-5eddacf1a4a5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccd2115c-be66-4ff7-a1fb-5eddacf1a4a5
  14th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.luton.gov.uk

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