Purpose

This
report proposes the appointment of Microsoft
Limited to undertake a suite of support services to enable the
Council’s IT systems to remain operational.
 
The decision will contribute directly and
indirectly to the Council Plan (2023-2027) as an enabling service
for all areas within the organisation. The Council Plan
specifically mentions the acceleration of our digital
transformation. This contract ensures the necessary support for the
Microsoft products and technologies the Council has already or will
implement within the duration of the contract.
 

Decision

The
Director of Finance has approved the award of the Microsoft Unified
Premier Support contract for the provision of the services
summarised at paragraph 1.1 of the accompanying report for a 3-year
term to Microsoft Ltd by way of a direct award through the Crown
Commercial GCloud 13 framework.