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title: "Adobe VIP Teams Licenses for HCC 2026-2029"
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buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-20"
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# Adobe VIP Teams Licenses for HCC 2026-2029

Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2f38327-d678-4dce-810c-d5eab66b5e10

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## Summary

Hampshire County Council has successfully secured a procurement for Adobe VIP Teams Licences to support its operations from 2026 to 2029. This procurement, titled "Adobe VIP Teams Licenses for HCC 2026-2029", falls under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems and is set within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was facilitated through the Government Commercial Agency Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (TePAS 2) Framework, Lot 3, using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is complete, with a contract period commencing on 13 July 2026 and concluding on 12 July 2029, following an end date of the tender period on 25 June 2026. The total contract value is £175,000, inclusive of GBP currency.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses engaged in software solutions, particularly those familiar with framework agreements and public sector requirements. Given the need for software licensing, organisations that specialise in Adobe products or provide comprehensive software management solutions are particularly well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could also benefit, as the procurement explicitly considers suitability for such entities. By enabling continuous access to necessary software for the council's operations, businesses involved in this procurement can leverage the opportunity to expand their capabilities and establish or reinforce their presence within the public sector.

## Notice

Hampshire County Council required access to industry-standard software to support the creation, editing and management of corporate documentation and visual content across its services. These tools are essential for producing professional, accessible and compliant materials that support operational delivery, communications and stakeholder engagement. To maintain capability and ensure continuity of service, the Council undertook a procurement exercise for the provision of Adobe Acrobat Pro (VIPMP), Adobe InDesign (VIPMP), Adobe Creative Cloud Pro (VIP) and Adobe Photoshop (VIPMP) licences. These applications provide document production, graphic design and image editing functionality that is integral to the Council's day-to-day activities. The procurement was conducted via the Government Commercial Agency Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (TePAS 2) Framework, Lot 3, providing a compliant and efficient route to market. Objectives Achieved The procurement exercise successfully: Secured compliant and cost-effective licensing arrangements for the required Adobe products. Ensured uninterrupted access to critical software for authorised users across the Council. Supported the continued production of high-quality and accessible documentation and visual materials. Enabled effective licence management through Adobe's Value Incentive Plan (VIP) and VIP Marketplace (VIPMP) programmes. Maintained access to essential tools required for document creation, publication design and image editing, supporting operational and business needs across Council services. Ensured continued alignment with existing business processes and software environments, minimising disruption to users and service delivery. As a result, Hampshire County Council has maintained access to the software required to support its operational, communications and design functions while ensuring compliance, value for money and effective licence management.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a74335c-4a12-4da8-b12d-cf7dbe815288 |
| 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 | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £175,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £175,000 |
| 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WINCHESTER |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO23 8UD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | St Michael |
| Westminster constituency | Winchester |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 20 Jul 2026 at 10:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a74335c-4a12-4da8-b12d-cf7dbe815288

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a74335c-4a12-4da8-b12d-cf7dbe815288
  20th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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