Microsoft Enterprise Agreement LSP 2026 - Defra License Procurement
Summary
Defra seeks a Licence Solutions Provider (LSP) to provide Microsoft Enterprise Agreement licenses and services across the department via TePas2 framework. This early engagement notice closes 30 April 2026, with formal tender expected within the following month.
What changed
Defra has published an early engagement notice for a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement through a third-party Licence Solutions Provider (LSP). The contract is unsuitable for SMEs and VCSEs, indicating preference for larger vendors. Formal tender expected within the next month via TePas2 framework.
Suppliers interested in providing Microsoft license management services to Defra should monitor for the upcoming tender. The procurement is open toLSL and larger LSPs; smaller providers should watch for future opportunities.
What to do next
- Monitor for formal tender release expected within one month
- Prepare capability statements if interested in serving as LSP
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Apr 9, 2026GovPing captured this document from the original source. If the source has since changed or been removed, this is the text as it existed at that time.
Published date: 8 April 2026
Last edited date: 9 April 2026
Open early engagement - This means that a procurement idea is currently active, it is in the early stage of development and judging interest from potential suppliers.
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Contract summary
Industry
- Information technology services - 72222300
Location of contract
SW1P 3JR
Procurement reference
CF-0626800D8d000003VQwdEAG
Published date
8 April 2026
Closing date
30 April 2026
Contract type
Supply contract
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
No
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
No
Description
Contract for the provision of Microsoft Licences and Services across Defra via a 3rd party "Licence Solutions Provider" via TePas2. Tender expected to be issued within the next month
More information
Previous notice about this procurement
Microsoft Enterprise Agreement LSP 2026
- Early engagement
- Published 8 April 2026, last edited 8 April 2026
How to apply
Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.
About the buyer
Contact name
Liam McKenna
Address
17 Smith Square
London
SW1P 3JR
UK
Telephone
020 7270 3000
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