---
title: "Microsoft Licence Reseller GCC005432CPU"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000673086"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2021-11-18"
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# Microsoft Licence Reseller GCC005432CPU

Buyer: GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000673086

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Glasgow City Council aims to secure a Microsoft Licence Reseller through an open tender procedure. The contract, valued at £4,130,370, was awarded to Softcat Ltd on 8th November 2021, following a complete evaluation of bids. The main procurement category is goods, specifically related to software value added reselling, and the delivery is targeted within the Glasgow area (postal code G2 1DU). The council requires the reseller to manage existing software licences, provide support, and advise on effective deployment of new technologies.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services and software solutions. Companies with expertise in Microsoft products, licence management, and IT consultancy would be well-suited to compete in this market. Engaging in such procurement can enhance a firm's profile and establish long-term relationships with local governmental bodies, which may lead to further contracts and projects within the public sector.

## Notice

The Council requires a Value Added Re-seller to undertake a range of tasks including the purchase of Microsoft Licences software, maintaining software licence records and providing support and implementation services which will be key value add services.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Microsoft licence re-seller will be responsible for the management of the Council's existing licence requirements. The re-seller will ensure compliance and advise on the most cost-effective way to manage, deploy and optimise the use of existing licenced products. Additionally, specialist advice on the suitability of new technologies to support modern working practices as well as the removal and rationalisation of older products becoming redundant throughout the life of the contract will be provided

Options: The council reserves the right to source non-core and additional items from the awarded Supplier

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433353 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £4,130,370 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 1DU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

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

## 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 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433353

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433353
  Microsoft Licence Reseller GCC005432CPU - The Council requires a Value Added Re-seller to undertake a range of tasks including the purchase of Microsoft Licences software, maintaining software licence records and providing support and implementation services which will be key value add services.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.glasgow.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000673086
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/glasgow-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

## Provenance

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