Germany – License management software package – Handelspartner Rahmenvereinbarung über die Lieferung von Software des Lizenzgebers Microsoft sowie zugehörigen Services und Dienstleistungen für das Saarland und den Landkreis Saarlouis

This tender is a framework agreement for the supply of Microsoft software and related services (licensing, cloud, consulting, training) to the Saarland state government and the district of Saarlouis, Germany. The agreement is for one contractor, with an estimated value of €25 million (gross) and a maximum value of €50 million (gross). The initial contract runs from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2027, with an option for the Saarland to extend up to three times, each for 12 months, ending no later than 31 July 2030. Award is based solely on the lowest price (price criterion 100%). Submission is electronic via the DTVP platform, with a deadline of 13 July 2026 at 10:00 (CET). Only one lot is identified, covering both performance locations (Saarbrücken and Saarlouis). The tender is open to all EU bidders, but requirements are strict, including specific Microsoft partner statuses, ISO certifications, and references. The analysis is based solely on the structured notice and XML notice; no procurement documents were analyzed.