Buyer Name: UNITED KINGDOM ANTI-DOPING LIMITED
Buyer Address: Sportpark, Loughborough, UKF22, LE11 3QF, United Kingdom
Contact Email: procurement@ukad.org.uk
Buyer Name: UNITED KINGDOM ANTI-DOPING LIMITED
Buyer Address: Sportpark, Loughborough, UKF22, LE11 3QF, United Kingdom
Contact Email: procurement@ukad.org.uk
UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) seeks to appoint a supplier to provide comprehensive IT support services for its Microsoft-based cloud and desktop environment. The successful supplier will deliver: On-site support: Minimum of two days per month across UKAD's Loughborough and London offices. Remote support: Helpdesk services during UK office hours, issue resolution, ticketing, monthly reporting, and attendance at quarterly review meetings. Core scope includes: - Support for Microsoft Azure infrastructure (IaaS), Office 365 tenant, and EntraID identity management. - Device management via Intune for Windows 11 desktops and iOS/Android mobile devices. - Active Directory and DNS management. -Desktop support and patch management. - Cybersecurity measures including multi-factor authentication and compliance monitoring. Strategic input: Guidance on IT strategy and participation in IT governance meetings. Supplier must demonstrate proven experience in delivering secure IT services, including robust patching and proactive improvement recommendations. Full details, including service levels and technical requirements, are provided in the Specification document within the tender pack. It is anticipated that the cost of the annual services will be around £78,000 + VAT.
External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006191-2026
Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
Lot 1 Status: active
Lot 1 Has Options: Yes
Lot 1 Options: We may require consultancy support for strategic projects and development work.
Lot 1 Value: GBP 468,000
Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 561,600
Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-03-01T00:00:00Z
Lot 1 Contract End: 2029-02-28T23:59:59Z
Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Methodology to deliver the IT support provision requirements (28%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Keeping up to date with issues affecting UKAD's IT environment (14%)
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Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Ability to mobilise (7%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Fixed annual fee (20%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Rate Card (10%)
Document Description: Not published
Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
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