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Third-party Maintenance Services

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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29 Jun 2026 at 11:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by The National Archives pertains to a tender titled "Third-party Maintenance Services", focusing on system maintenance services for the Oracle StorageTek SL4000 Modular Library System. This falls under the industry category of miscellaneous repair and maintenance services, specifically in the CPV classification 50324100. The procurement process utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract having been awarded to CDW Limited on 24th June 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st July 2026 and conclude on 30th June 2027, with services to be delivered in Richmond, England (postal code TW9 4DU). The award stage was completed, offering a contract value of GBP 35,358.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT system maintenance, particularly those with capabilities in handling storage library system services. SMEs are well-suited to compete in this space, as the procurement process acknowledges and supports their involvement. The location in Richmond and the requirement for specialised maintenance services necessitate that interested businesses have flexibility and technical expertise to provide efficient support services. By participating in such tenders, businesses can expand their portfolios and build a reputation within public sector procurement, potentially leading to more expansive opportunities in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Third-party Maintenance Services

Notice Description

Third-party maintenance services for the Oracle StorageTek SL4000 Modular Library System.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-27468919-5bc7-487f-9d51-9d0a59ed8316
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47db554e-638c-4391-828f-ac470f741688
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50324100 - System maintenance services

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,358 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,358 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 months
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
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 4DU
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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