---
title: "Core Pack Licence Renewal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05824c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD"
published: "2025-09-09"
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# Core Pack Licence Renewal

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05824c

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## Summary

The procurement process was conducted by the University of Salford, a public authority within the sub-central government classification. The tender titled "Core Pack Licence Renewal" focused on the industry category of software packages and information systems, specifically renewing the Documents Core Pack licences for MS Dynamics 365. This process took place in Salford, United Kingdom, region UKD34. The open procurement method was used in a competition below the threshold, culminating in the award stage. Key dates include the publication of the award notice on 9th September 2025 and the contract period commencing on the same date and concluding on 2nd September 2026, with a contract value totalling £17,274.90. The tender submission deadline had previously closed on 13th August 2025.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of software and information systems. The process was open to various competitors, with the final stage receiving three bids, two of which were from SMEs. The nature of the procurement, focusing on licence renewal, provides potential recurring business. Companies capable of offering competitive pricing and reliable software solutions are well-suited to participate in similar tenders in the future. The selection criteria emphasised price, creating an accessible entry point for firms aiming to expand their portfolio with public sector clients like the University of Salford.

## Notice

The University of Salford have the below Documents Core Pack licences which are due for renewal on 02/09/25. 1x Documents Core Pack for MS Dyn 365 X-LARGE (up to 600 Users) incl. 10 Template Designer, 50.000 docs/month & 5 addl. Sandbox environment licenses- 1 Year subscription. 1x Documents Core Pack for MS Dyn 365 LARGE (Up to 140 users), 2 Template Designer, 10,000 Docs/Month, 2 addl. Sandbox Licences - 1 Year subscription.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055049-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2025 - 2 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,000 |
| Lots value | £9,000 |
| Awards value | £17,274 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 4WT |
| 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 | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2025 at 13:20 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055049-2025
- 6 Aug 2025 at 10:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046451-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055049-2025
  9th September 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046451-2025
  6th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-4059

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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