For each lot put out to tender (a total of 5 lots), the KRZN intends to conclude framework agreements (framework agreement) with one company (contractor) in each case in accordance with § 21 (3) VgV and a term of 24 (twenty-four) months, with the option of a two-year (24 months) contract extension (total term of a maximum of 4 (four) years each) in favour of the KRZN, via delivery and, if applicable, on delivery. the service for IT components and software in accordance with the specifications on the basis of the EVB-IT contracts. The exercise of the right of option to extend the contract unilaterally in favour of the KRZN is at the discretion of the KRZN; there is no entitlement on the part of the contractor to an extension of the contract. The contract put out to tender relates to 5 (five) lots. The contract periods of the framework agreements in lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 begin on 01.08.2022 (more details in the contract documents).

The tendered contract is divided into 5 (five) lots (specialist lots):

• Lot 1 includes the procurement of network components

• Lot 2 covers the procurement of Microsoft software licenses (Enterprise Agreement)

• Lot 3 includes the procurement of VMware virtualization software

• Lot 4 covers the procurement of Microsoft software licenses (Education)

• Lot 5 includes the procurement of Microsoft software licenses (BMI Select Plus)

Further information on the lots can be found in the contract notice and the corresponding specifications.

Framework agreement for the procurement of network components including maintenance and service.

Framework agreement for obtaining Microsoft software licenses for all available Microsoft products including Software Assurance from the Microsoft BMI Enterprise Agreement (EA) licensing program.

Framework agreement for the procurement of licenses for VM software for permanent transfer including services.

Framework agreement for the procurement of Microsoft software licenses for all available Microsoft products including Software Assurance from the field of education.

Framework agreement for the procurement of Microsoft software licenses for all available Microsoft products including Software Assurance from the Microsoft BMI Select Plus licensing program.