---
title: "Azure Cloud Support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051b31"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051b31.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-21"
---

# Azure Cloud Support

Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051b31

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Essex County Council involved a contract titled "Azure Cloud Support," focusing on the software supply and IT service industry. This contract included two main components: Cloud Complex Operations and Palo Alto Networks VM-500, with a total value of £111,182.40. The procurement was conducted through a direct method without competition, aligning with the public authority's need for efficient service acquisition. The contract commenced on 1st April 2025 and extends until 1st September 2026, with Rackspace Limited being awarded the contract. Essex County Council, based in Chelmsford, plays a significant role in the sub-central government framework and is responsible for the procurement in regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services and cloud computing. Companies with a robust track record in managing complex cloud operations and providing extensive software support could leverage such contracts to expand their service offerings. Large-scale enterprises, such as Rackspace Limited, typically have the resources and capacity to fulfil the contract requirements effectively. However, businesses aiming to grow in the public sector can seek similar opportunities by building expertise in specific technology stacks like Azure cloud services and network security solutions such as Palo Alto. Engaging with such tenders can significantly enhance a company's portfolio and establish a strong presence in the competitive IT services market.

## Notice

Contract for Cloud Complex Operations for 18 months PS74,700 Contract for Palo Alto for 18 months PS36,482.40 Totalling PS111,182.40

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024049-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 1 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £111,182 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services
- 72268000 - Software supply services
- 72700000 - Computer network services

## Release History

- 21 May 2025 at 13:53 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024049-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024049-2025
  21st May 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.rackspace.com/en-gb

## Provenance

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