Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) is seeking a supplier for the replacement of the current Software Asset Management (SAM) system. The new system must provide a complete overview of all software licenses, usage, and compliance, and integrate with existing IT infrastructure and file management. It must comply with the GDPR and the VU guidelines for data security, and include reporting and analysis functions for license management, cost optimization, and audit support. The procurement is public and aimed at service providers with experience in SAM solutions within an academic environment. The supplier must provide an implementation plan, training, support, and maintenance, and be capable of scaling the system as the VU expands its digital portfolio.
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01What is being requested
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) is seeking a supplier for the replacement of the current Software Asset Management (SAM) system. The new system must provide a complete overview of all software licenses, usage, and compliance, and integrate with existing IT infrastructure and file management. It must comply with the GDPR and the VU guidelines for data security, and include reporting and analysis functions for license management, cost optimization, and audit support. The procurement is public and aimed at service providers with experience in SAM solutions within an academic environment. The supplier must provide an implementation plan, training, support, and maintenance, and be capable of scaling the system as the VU expands its digital portfolio.
The replacement of the software asset management system (SAM) of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
02Outcome
ITAM solutions B.V.
03Exclusion grounds
- No specific exclusion grounds were extracted. In a European tender, the mandatory and discretionary grounds of art. 2.86/2.87 of the Dutch Procurement Act almost always apply — check the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD).
04Value in context
The contracting authority did not publish an estimated value — common for a large share of contracts. The EU threshold for diensten is € 221.000, for reference.
05Bidders in this segment
06Tender documents
07Legal themes that may be relevant here
08Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of this assignment?
What are the expected functionalities of the new SAM system?
What support must the supplier provide?
Which security guidelines must the system comply with?
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09Estimated value versus the market
€ 327K
€ 800K
€ 2,5 mln
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