URL: https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=7711

Decision Maker: Corporate Director of Finance & Resources

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: To seek authority to vary and extend a contract for the provision of Software Associated Services for Microsoft Azure with Bytes Software Services Limited

Content: To seek authority to vary and extend a contract for the provision of Software Associated Services for Microsoft Azure with Bytes Software Services Limited To approve the variation and extension of the contract for the provision of Software Associated Services for Microsoft Azure with Bytes Software Services Limited for a  period of two (2) months in the sum of £250,000. The Council entered into a call-off contract via the Y20011 KCS Professional Services Software Products and Associated Services framework, for the provision of Software Associated Services for Microsoft Azure with Bytes Software Services Limited on 1st April 2023 (the “Contract”).   Officers consider extending the Contract by 2 months will achieve best value for the Council and is reasonable in all the circumstances. The Contract does not currently contain provision allowing for extension and therefore Officers seek authority to vary the Contract to allow for its extension and also agreement to extension of the Contract by 2 months. This extension will enable a continuation of Azure consumption services beyond the current expiry date of 31 March 2026, ensuring uninterrupted delivery of cloud-based computers, storage, identity management, security, and operational support for all three boroughs. The extension will also allow enough time for officers to carry out a new procurement process for a new contract. None

Date of Decision: March 26, 2026