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Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services

FCDO SERVICES

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11 Feb 2025 at 12:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contract involves FCDO Services (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Services) for the provision of hardware, software, and specialist services under the title "Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services". The contract falls within the industry category of software package and information systems (CPV code 48000000). The procurement process was completed with the award stage finalised on 21 January 2025. The contract period spans from 22 January 2025 to 31 March 2026. The services will be delivered in Milton Keynes, England (postal code MK19 7BH), and the total contract value is £20,953.62. This procurement was executed via a call-off from a framework agreement using a selective method.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialised in IT solutions and services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete for similar tenders due to the suitability criteria defined by the buying authority, FCDO Services. The awarded supplier, COMPUTACENTER UK LTD, an SME itself, highlights the potential for growth for businesses within this sector. Engaging in such contracts can help businesses expand their market reach, enhance their portfolio, and establish strong relationships with governmental entities. The contract’s substantial duration and value provide ample scope for businesses to leverage their expertise and secure continued growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services

Notice Description

Call off from FCDO Services Ref: XLY120/121/21CC

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-20cb5301-7eeb-4573-b295-dabd15a0e241
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51bc0422-d8c4-414a-9886-ab40922afa28
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,953 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,953 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
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
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK19 7BH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPUTACENTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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