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The Provision of In-House Theory Test Centre IT Equipment

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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18 May 2021 at 15:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the provision of in-house theory test centre IT equipment, specifically including servers, standalone computers, workstations, and monitors. This procurement falls under the computer-related equipment industry category and has a total value of £49,242.44. The procurement method utilised was selective, following a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 18 March 2021 and concluded by 31 March 2021, with the tender being closed as of the end date on 22 February 2021.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT equipment supply and support services. Businesses that are capable of providing the specified hardware and who can ensure compliance with Defence Licensing and Testing Authority (DELTA) standards would find themselves well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging with the Ministry of Defence can be advantageous for firms looking to expand their footprint in public procurement, particularly those familiar with framework agreements and governmental procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of In-House Theory Test Centre IT Equipment

Notice Description

The MOD conducts in house driving licence acquisition through Defence Licencing and Testing Authority (DELTA) which are licenced to operate by the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). DVSA has been using a company called Pearson Vue to deliver theory testing for many years and informed the MOD, on 17 Sep 2020, that it was taking this in house from 19 Mar 2021. In order to continue to conduct in house testing there is a requirement to upgrade a proportion of the IT infrastructure (Servers, workstations and screens) to remain compliant with DVSA policy. The provision of the following Items: o Servers o Standalone Computers o Workstations o 24 Inch Monitors o Normal Warranty The Contract has been awarded therefore this opportunity is closed for bidders.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1357245a-409a-4b3d-9a21-55f38c1ec529
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a24281f-9c56-4071-b5c4-a34836c39bfd
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,242 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,242 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
18 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HJ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CENTERPRISE INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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