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Software Licenses & Associated Services for Academies and Schools
This framework agreement has been designed to provide schools and academies with a one-stop solution for buying a range of computer software licences and associated services, including:
- Academic software licences for schools and academies, including Microsoft, Adobe, Autodesk, Avid, Acronis, Corel, Nuance, and VMWare
- Security, web-monitoring and anti-virus software such as Sophos, Symantec and Kaspersky
- Specialist education and learning management software
- Software support, maintenance and upgrades
- Professional services and software licensing support including software auditing services
The software licenses and associated services are available across four lots:
- Lot 1 – Microsoft – This lot includes but is not limited to the following services: the initial supply and renewal of a range of Microsoft licensing types plus it covers additional services associated with Microsoft licensing including; the identification of types of licenses required, providing ongoing advice, deployment of licenses, ongoing support and guidance to ensure members have the correct licensing solution for their institution.
- Lot 2 – Adobe - This lot includes but is not limited to the following services: the initial supply and renewal of a range of Adobe licensing types plus it covers additional services associated with Adobe licensing including: the identification of types of licenses required, providing ongoing advice, deployment of licenses, ongoing support and guidance to ensure members have the correct licensing solution for their institution.
- Lot 3 – Other off the Shelf Software - This lot includes but is not limited to the following services: the initial supply and renewal of a range of other off the shelf software ranging from security, antivirus and backup software through to music/film editing software and speech recognition software. It also covers additional services associated with software licensing including: the identification of types of licenses required, providing ongoing advice, deployment of licenses, ongoing support and guidance to ensure members have the correct licensing solution for their institution.
- Lot 4 – One Stop Shop - Suppliers that were successful in lots 1 – 3 have been awarded a place on lot 4 which offers a one stop shop.
It was awarded on 9th August 2018 and runs to 8th August 2021 with a possible extension to 8th August 2022.
The Department for Education (DfE) recommend this framework to Schools and Academies.
Key Benefits of this Framework
- Competitive pricing and special conditions exclusive to education
- Substantial discounts on academic software, licences and software services
- A fast and compliant route to market through mini competition
- Full compliance with EU Regulations and the Public Contract Regulations 2015
- The framework is easy to use and saves administration time
Supplier Details
How can I use this Framework
You have two options when using this framework agreement that comply with EU Regulations:
- Conduct the mini-competition exercise utilising the Further Competition Document template and step-by-step guide provided within the User Guide
- Direct award – please use the Direct Award Agreement document when a direct award is issued through the framework
If you require support in running a further competition via this framework, Tenet Services can help. Tenet offer a nationwide service specialising in assisting education establishments to complete further competitions.
Tenet are part of the Crescent Purchasing Group of Companies and operate on a not-for-profit basis.
Get a Quote
The CPC Quote Tool is free to use for all our members and offers quick, compliant access to all suppliers on our frameworks for purchases that fall below £189,330.
"The Quote Tool was easy to use and time saving, resulting in a straightforward process where we just had to put the details in once and could then use the reputable suppliers already recommended."
Deborah Anderson-Dixon, Finance Manager at Sir William Romney's School
For purchases that exceed £189,330, the CPC Sourcing Cloud is available that complies with the regulations to allow electronic tender returns whilst still being free to use for our members. Find out more about CPC Sourcing Cloud.
Use This Framework
To use this framework and get a quote you need to sign in.
Create a User Account
To create a free user account your institution needs to be a CPC member, CPC membership is completely free for educational establishments.
When you join the CPC you will receive some amazing benefits including access to 70 frameworks and specialist procurement advice, plus you won't be inundated with lots of marketing calls and emails that you don't need.
The joining form only takes a few minutes to complete and upon registering as a member you will typically be approved within 10 minutes (during the hours of 9am and 4.30pm).
To see if your institution is already registered as a CPC member use the search bar below, if your institution is not a member click the Join the CPC button. Remember CPC membership is free for educational establishments.
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Associated Documentation
The following documents are associated with this framework. Some are required for successful use of the framework and are clearly marked.
| File | Details | Essential | |
|---|---|---|---|
| User Guide | This is required reading if you are considering using this framework. It tells you everything you need to know about the panel of providers, eligibility, running the mini-competition process, and evaluating bids. | Yes | Download |
| Further Competition Document | The attached template document should assist you with running your further competition and once completed should be sent to all suppliers on the relevant framework lot. | Yes | Download |
| Direct Award Agreement | This document is to be used where a direct award has been issued through the framework. | Yes | Download |
Contract Manager
- Name: Jane Edwards
- Tel: 0161 8231860
- Email: j.edwards@thecpc.ac.uk
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