Conclusion of a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement

Summary

The tender concerns a continuation agreement for the existing Microsoft Enterprise Agreement used to manage licences for approximately 1,600 Windows-environment clients in the Soest district. The agreement must start on 1 January 2027, run for three years until 31 December 2029, and allow continued use of existing Software Assurance. The bidder must be an established Microsoft licensing partner in Germany, hold an ISO 27001 certificate based on IT baseline protection, provide German-speaking field and internal support contacts, and deliver licensing and contract-management support throughout the contract. Price accounts for 70% of the evaluation and service quality for 30%; the tender deadline is 8 September 2026 at 10:30.