--- title: "CA17094 - CPC/RB/01/2025 - Software Licences & Associated Services for Academies and Schools" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fa40247f-facb-4291-84da-73987efbf99d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa40247f-facb-4291-84da-73987efbf99d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa40247f-facb-4291-84da-73987efbf99d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa40247f-facb-4291-84da-73987efbf99d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED" published: "2026-06-10" --- # CA17094 - CPC/RB/01/2025 - Software Licences & Associated Services for Academies and Schools Buyer: CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fa40247f-facb-4291-84da-73987efbf99d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa40247f-facb-4291-84da-73987efbf99d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa40247f-facb-4291-84da-73987efbf99d.json) ## Summary The procurement process led by Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited focuses on the establishment of a multi-supplier framework agreement for providing software licences, upgrades, support, and associated professional services for academies and schools. This project, titled "CA17094 - CPC/RB/01/2025 - Software Licences & Associated Services for Academies and Schools," falls under the CPV category "Software package suites." The framework divides into six lots, including Microsoft, Adobe, Google for Education, and more, covering educational institutions across the UK and several regions, including Europe and the Channel Islands. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with a tender period that concluded on 3rd March 2026. The entire project is valued at £14.4 million, and the contract period is set from 7th June 2026 to 6th June 2028. This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software provision, particularly those focused on the education sector. The framework is well-suited for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) capable of supplying software solutions and services as required by the lots. It provides a lucrative opening for businesses that can deliver innovative educational software and support services, fostering long-term partnerships with educational institutions. Additionally, being part of a multi-supplier framework can enhance a business's portfolio and credibility, making it an attractive prospect for suppliers such as Stone Technologies Ltd, Misco Technologies Limited, Softcat PLC, and others involved in this opportunity. ## Notice The CPC intends to establish a multi supplier framework agreement under the Procurement Act 2023 for the supply of software licences, renewals, upgrades, support, and associated professional services on behalf of its members. The framework will be divided into the following lots: Lot 1 Microsoft; Lot 2 Adobe; Lot 3 Google for Education and Chrome OS; Lot 4 Data Security, Backup and Recovery (excluding Microsoft, Adobe, Google and Chrome software); Lot 5 Other off the shelf software, including educational software; Lot 6 Multi purpose lot covering Lots 1-5. The framework will be open to current and future CPC member institutions across the UK (https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members), including eligible organisations registered on the UK Register of Learning Providers with a valid UKPRN (https://www.ukrlp.co.uk/). Local Authorities joining CPC may also access the framework when procuring on behalf of educational establishments (https://www.local.gov.uk/). Includes Lots: Lot 1: Microsoft Lot 2: Adobe Lot 3: Google for Education and Chrome OS Lot 4: Data Security, Backup and Recovery (excluding Microsoft, Adobe, Google and Chrome Software) Lot 5: Other Off the Shelf Software including Educational Software Lot 6: Multi-Purpose Lot (For Lots 1-5) To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17094. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17094 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9045a35d-18ec-4f72-958c-7b40edd736fb | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 29 Jan 2026 | | Contract period | 6 Jun 2026 - 6 Jun 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £14,400,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £30,000 | | 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 | CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED | | Additional buyers | ADB (UK) LIMITED | | Locality | SALFORD | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M6 6AJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West | | Local authority | Salford | | Electoral ward | Pendleton & Charlestown | | Westminster constituency | Salford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 13 | | Supplier names | ACADEMIA; BOXXE; BROMCOM COMPUTERS; EUROPEAN ELECTRONIQUE; INSIGHT DIRECT; INTEGRATED TECH; LEVETT CONSULTANCY; MISCO TECHNOLOGIES; ODYSSEY EDUCATION; PHOENIX SOFTWARE; SOFTCAT; STONE TECHNOLOGIES LTD TRADING AS CONVERGE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS; SYNC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48422000 - Software package suites ## Release History - 10 Jun 2026 at 14:36 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9045a35d-18ec-4f72-958c-7b40edd736fb - 5 Mar 2026 at 12:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9045a35d-18ec-4f72-958c-7b40edd736fb - 29 Jan 2026 at 16:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9045a35d-18ec-4f72-958c-7b40edd736fb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9045a35d-18ec-4f72-958c-7b40edd736fb 5th March 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://suppliers.multiquote.com - https://www.local.gov.uk/ - https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members - https://www.ukrlp.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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