PROVISION of Microsoft Licences and Related Services

Description

The Authority has an ongoing requirement for a licensing partner to support its technological and operational infrastructure. This requirement includes securing essential Microsoft licensing for Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft Server & SQL, which are foundational to the Authority's core IT operations and productivity applications. Additionally, the Authority requires licenses and subscriptions for various third-party applications The Authority is also undertaking a significant Azure migration project and professional services, and ongoing operational Azure costs will be part of this contract The recommended contract will not be limited solely to the licensing and migration elements detailed above. It will also provide the Authority with the flexibility to incorporate additional strategic initiatives as needed, including but not limited to Power BI, Microsoft Co-Pilot, and other emerging Microsoft and third-party technologies. This contract was awarded under Direct Award CCS Framework 6098.

Awards

Official publications

• Provision for Fire Retardant Beddings and Nightwear
  Published: 12 January 2026
• Asset validation and condition surveys
  Published: 18 December 2025
• Private Healthcare Subscription Contract and Related Services
  Published: 18 December 2025
• Consultancy Service for Hard Facilities Management Contract
  Published: 18 December 2025
• Inciden Command in Fire and Rescue Training
  Published: 18 December 2025
• Purchase of Laptops and Desktops
  Published: 18 December 2025
• Provision for Smoke Detectors
  Published: 27 November 2025
• Provision of Ad-hoc Furniture Requirement
  Published: 10 October 2025
• Staff Development System
  Published: 8 August 2025
• Fire Safety Systems and Related Services
  Published: 4 July 2025

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