Scope
Reference
CA17094
Description
The CPC intends to establish a multi supplier framework agreement under the Procurement Act 2023 for the supply of software licences, renewals, upgrades, support, and associated professional services on behalf of its members.
The framework will be divided into the following lots: Lot 1 Microsoft; Lot 2 Adobe; Lot 3 Google for Education and Chrome OS; Lot 4 Data Security, Backup and Recovery (excluding Microsoft, Adobe, Google and Chrome software); Lot 5 Other off the shelf software, including educational software; Lot 6 Multi purpose lot covering Lots 1-5.
The framework will be open to current and future CPC member institutions across the UK (https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members), including eligible organisations registered on the UK Register of Learning Providers with a valid UKPRN (https://www.ukrlp.co.uk/). Local Authorities joining CPC may also access the framework when procuring on behalf of educational establishments (https://www.local.gov.uk/).
Total value (estimated)
- £12,000,000 excluding VAT
- £14,400,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 7 June 2026 to 6 June 2028
- Possible extension to 6 June 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)
Main procurement category
Goods
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1. Microsoft
Description
This lot includes but is not limited to the following:
The initial supply and renewal of all current and future Microsoft software products including but not limited to Microsoft 365, Office 365, Enterprise Mobility and Security, Windows, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft 365 Backup and Advanced Threat Protection and Azure
Agreement types including but not limited to:
• Microsoft Enterprise Education Subscription (EES) Agreement / Campus Agreements
• Select Plus Agreements
• Open Value Subscription Agreements (OVS)
• Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) including perpetual software
• and any future Microsoft Agreement types
Lot value (estimated)
- £6,000,000 excluding VAT
- £7,200,000 including VAT
CPV classifications
- 48315000 - Desktop-publishing software package
- 48991000 - Spreadsheet software package
- 72212300 - Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software development services
- 48310000 - Document creation software package
- 48422000 - Software package suites
- 48317000 - Word-processing software package
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Adobe
Description
This lot includes but is not limited to the following:
The initial supply and renewal of all current and future Adobe software products including but not limited to VIP Creative Cloud, Acrobat Document Cloud and Services, Adobe Captivate, Presenter Video Express, Adobe Presenter, Adobe Dimension, Framemaker, Robohelp, Adobe Technical Communication Suite.
Agreement types including but not limited to:
• Enterprise Term License Agreements (ETLA) including Site Licenses, Multi-Site Licenses or Unlimited Licenses
• Cumulative Licensing Program (CLP) Agreements (perpetual licenses)
• Transactional Licensing Program (TLP)
• VIP Agreements (for named user/device licenses)
• and any future Adobe Agreement types
Lot value (estimated)
- £2,000,000 excluding VAT
- £2,400,000 including VAT
CPV classifications
- 48224000 - Web page editing software package
- 48422000 - Software package suites
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Google for Education and Chrome OS
Description
This lot includes but is not limited to the following:
- The initial supply and renewal of all current and future Google software products including but not limited to Google Workspace software ranges, Google Meet Hardware Licenses, Google Voice, Digital signage software with Firestick, Google Workspace, Data Security, Backup and Recovery Software, Google integration software and Chrome Operating Systems.
Lot value (estimated)
- £500,000 excluding VAT
- £600,000 including VAT
CPV classifications
- 48422000 - Software package suites
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Data Security, Backup and Recovery (excluding Microsoft, Adobe, Google and Chrome Software)
Description
This lot includes but is not limited to the following:
The initial supply and renewal of all current and future Data Security, Backup and Recovery software for business continuity including but not limited to Absolute Software, Acronis, Arc Serve, Commvault, COMODO, Datto, Eset, F5, Forcepoint, FortiGate, Panda Security, Solar Winds, Sonicwall, Sophos, Trend, Veeam and other Data Security, Backup and Recovery software.
Lot value (estimated)
- £3,000,000 excluding VAT
- £3,600,000 including VAT
CPV classifications
- 48987000 - Debugging software package
- 48732000 - Data security software package
- 48422000 - Software package suites
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. Other Off the Shelf Software including Educational Software
Description
This lot includes but is not limited to the following:
The initial supply and renewal of all current and future software covering but not limited to music and film editing software, speech recognition software, other educational learning and resource packages including but not limited to similarity detection software, subject specific software and multi disciplines, packages for students, teachers and parents including any mobile applications, learning journals, records and ePortfolio software. AI/BI, software, development software, design and graphics software. Mobile Device / Enterprise Management Software. Virtualisation and cloud computing software and Integration software.
Lot value (estimated)
- £200,000 excluding VAT
- £240,000 including VAT
CPV classifications
- 48422000 - Software package suites
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 6. Multi-Purpose Lot (For Lots 1-5)
Description
Lot 6 covers all the requirements detailed under lots 1-5 as above and is aimed at Members whose requirements covers more than two lots.
Members may use lot 6 for such requirements or split their requirements and go out under the relevant lots as per their requirement.
Lot value (estimated)
- £300,000 excluding VAT
- £360,000 including VAT
CPV classifications
- 48316000 - Presentation software package
- 48221000 - Internet browsing software package
- 48318000 - Scanner software package
- 48317000 - Word-processing software package
- 48315000 - Desktop-publishing software package
- 48422000 - Software package suites
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Microsoft
Lot 2. Adobe
Lot 3. Google for Education and Chrome OS
Lot 4. Data Security, Backup and Recovery (excluding Microsoft, Adobe, Google and Chrome Software)
Lot 5. Other Off the Shelf Software including Educational Software
Lot 6. Multi-Purpose Lot (For Lots 1-5)
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
23 February 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
3 March 2026, 1:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
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Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
7 June 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Pricing |
Price | 50.00% |
| Quality | Quality |
Quality | 50.00% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZPR-8554-XHNX
Procurement House, Leslie Hough Way
Salford
M6 6AJ
United Kingdom
Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)