---
title: "Microsoft Enterprise Software Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069ad2"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-05-18"
---

# Microsoft Enterprise Software Agreement

Buyer: SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069ad2

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## Summary

The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for a Microsoft Enterprise Software Agreement. The procurement, which falls under the category of software package and information systems as well as IT services, will take place in the Taunton region of the United Kingdom (UKK23). The procurement method employed is selective, utilising a pre-Procurement Act commercial tool, and is recognised under the NHS SBS Framework. The total contract value is anticipated to be £3,360,000 gross, with an implementation period scheduled from 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2028. Stakeholders should be aware that this procurement process, identified by the reference ocds-h6vhtk-069ad2, is currently in the planning phase.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the IT services and software sectors, offering a chance for substantial growth and market expansion. Companies with expertise in enterprise software licensing, information systems, and related consulting services may find themselves particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses with a history of dealing with public sector clients, especially within the NHS framework, could leverage this experience to improve their competitive edge. Engaging with this contract could lead to establishing long-term partnerships and provide visibility in the public sector domain. Interested businesses should prepare to align their competencies with the specific requirements outlined in future stages of the procurement process.

## Notice

Microsoft Enterprise Software Agreement (Licensing)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045286-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Using pre-Procurement Act commercial tool |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 5DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | TLK23 Somerset CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 10:33 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045286-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045286-2026
  18th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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