---
title: "MS Azure"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a4bb"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK"
published: "2026-05-26"
---

# MS Azure

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a4bb

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## Summary

The London Borough of Southwark has initiated a planned procurement process for the provision of MS Azure licenses, as part of its strategic approach to upgrading its software infrastructure. This planned tender falls under the industry category of license management software packages, and is classified as a public authority - sub-central government initiative. Located in the UK, specifically in the region of UKI44, this contract opportunity is now in the planning stage with a notice published on 26th May 2026. The future notice date is set for 14th September 2026, paving the way for potential participants to prepare for the procurement stage, which is expected to commence operations from 1st June 2027 and could extend to 31st May 2030. The projected contract value stands at £3.5 million, grossing up to £4.2 million, offering substantial economic engagement.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in IT solutions and software license management to establish or expand their footprint within the governmental sector. It is particularly suitable for SMEs given the procurement's design to promote inclusivity and competitiveness. Companies with expertise in cloud computing, software licensing, and related support services may find this opportunity advantageous for securing a significant contract, enhancing their credibility, and driving growth. Competition will revolve around demonstrating superior software solutions that can efficiently manage and integrate MS Azure licenses, while aligning with the public authority's operational objectives. Interested firms should prepare to showcase innovation, compliance with UK legal standards, and an ability to deliver comprehensive support over the contract duration.

## Notice

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A PIPELINE NOTICE - NOT LIVE TENDER OPPORTUNITY The forthcoming opportunity will be for the provision of Licences MS Azure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049166-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 14 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2027 - 31 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,500,000 |
| 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 | LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 2QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | London Bridge & West Bermondsey |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48218000 - License management software package

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 15:52 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049166-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049166-2026
  26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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