---
title: "CBC-2016 Microsoft Renewal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a542"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-26"
---

# CBC-2016 Microsoft Renewal

Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a542

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Central Bedfordshire Council, under the planning stage, is titled "CBC-2016 Microsoft Renewal". This tender involves the renewal of Microsoft licenses and services, categorised under the software supply services industry. Located in Shefford, the procurement aligns with the legal basis of the UKPGA 2023/54 and is planned to commence on 1st January 2028 and conclude on 31st December 2030. An important future notice date is set for 30th June 2027, providing potential contractors with ample time to prepare their bids. The total contract value is anticipated to be £4,500,000, with the contract categorised as above threshold, highlighting its significance and scale.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in software supply services, particularly those with expertise in Microsoft products. With a significant contract value, it offers an opportunity for growth and portfolio expansion for suppliers capable of meeting the requirements. Businesses with relevant experience in managing and delivering sizeable IT service contracts would be well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The anticipated timeline allows for strategic planning and preparation, ensuring that capable firms are ready to engage when the formal tendering process begins.

## Notice

Renewal of Microsoft licenses and services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049325-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Jun 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2028 - 31 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,750,000 |
| 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHEFFORD |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG17 5TQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |
| Local authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Shefford |
| Westminster constituency | Hitchin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72268000 - Software supply services

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 21:12 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049325-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049325-2026
  26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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