Phoenix ranks top five across all Lots in the SLRA framework

One of the most important outcomes of the framework results is Phoenix’s first place ranking for both Microsoft and VMware.

For customers, this creates a practical advantage. Because Phoenix holds the top position for these vendors, institutions can use a direct award procurement route when purchasing Microsoft and VMware solutions through SLRA.

This helps make the procurement process:

• Faster, by removing the need for additional competition
• Simpler, with a clear supplier route
• More efficient, helping institutions access technology sooner

For education institutions, managing tight timelines and limited procurement resources, these efficiencies can make a meaningful difference.

Phoenix has been working with education institutions across the UK for many years, supporting organisations with the technologies that underpin modern teaching, research, and administration.

Our education specialists work with institutions to help them get the most from their technology investments, particularly in areas such as:

• Software licensing and vendor management
• Cloud adoption and migration
• Cyber security and compliance
• Modern workplace solutions for staff and students
• Infrastructure and hybrid cloud environments
• AI and data innovation
• Managed IT services

Because we work closely with the sector, we understand the challenges many institutions face, from managing budgets and licensing complexity to balancing innovation with security and compliance.

SUPC’s SLRA framework remains one of the most widely used procurement agreements in UK education, helping institutions access trusted technology partners and services.

For organisations already using SLRA, or those considering it as a procurement option, the framework offers a clear path to engage with Phoenix and explore how technology can support your strategic goals.