---
title: "Softcat VMWare Cloud"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069d0e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY HOMES LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-20"
---

# Softcat VMWare Cloud

Buyer: PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY HOMES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069d0e

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## Summary

Plymouth Community Homes Limited, a public authority under sub-central government, has successfully awarded a contract for the "Softcat VMWare Cloud" project. The procurement process follows a direct method, classified as below threshold without competition, indicating it was executed through a streamlined approach. This tender relates to IT services, specifically consulting, software development, internet, and support. The contract was signed on 18 May 2026 and spans from 21 May 2026 to 30 March 2029. The completed procurement stage involved services valued at £129,361 (gross amount £155,234), with delivery set across several UK regions, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK.

This awarded contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those involved in cloud solutions and support. Large-scale IT service providers such as Softcat PLC, based in Marlow, are well-positioned to benefit from such contracts, providing an impetus for business growth through sustained government engagements. Companies interested in public authority projects can consider similar competitive tenders to expand their presence in the public sector, leveraging specialised expertise to meet specific procurement needs efficiently.

## Notice

VMWare Cloud Foundation for 3 years to end March 2029

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046232-2026 |
| 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 | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 May 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £129,361 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY HOMES LIMITED |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL6 5DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Budshead |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Moor View |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 10:19 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046232-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046232-2026
  20th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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