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IT Hardware - IPhones & IPads 2026

INFORMATION COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has concluded a procurement process for the supply of IT hardware, specifically iPhones and iPads, for 2026. This contract, carried out under a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, is part of the computer equipment and supplies category. The primary delivery address is located in Wilmslow, England. The tender period ended on 8th March 2026, with the contract commencing on 9th March 2026 and concluding on 9th September 2026. Following the award on 9th March 2026, the contracting process is complete, highlighting the ICO’s initiative to improve organisational IT infrastructure.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as it specifically targets such businesses for participation. Companies specialising in IT hardware supplies, particularly those focused on smartphones and tablets, are well-suited to compete, facilitating potential business growth through engagement with governmental organisations like the ICO. This contract demonstrates the viability and benefits of tapping into public procurement for expanding business operations and establishing partnerships with reputable agencies like the ICO. The successful supplier, BalliCom Limited, exemplifies the potential success for SMEs in this procurement sector.

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Notice Title

IT Hardware - IPhones & IPads 2026

Notice Description

Supply of end-user IT devices and associated accessories for organisational use.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1ca2c550-2212-4caa-bf37-2d11f8f18865
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c6e447d-54ab-4a54-8ce6-dd6b3b39c44b
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
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

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£47,728 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,728 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 9 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
INFORMATION COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WILMSLOW
Postcode
SK9 5AF
Post Town
Stockport
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD62 Cheshire East
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire East
Electoral Ward
Wilmslow West and Chorley
Westminster Constituency
Tatton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BALLICOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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