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HPE Server Hardware

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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17 Jul 2026 at 10:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Archives, located in Richmond, England, has completed a procurement process for HPE Server Hardware and a three-year support service for iLO Licensed Features. Classified under CPV codes for data-processing machines and computer-related equipment, this procurement falls within the 'goods' category. The process was managed as a selective procurement through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period closing on 1st May 2026. The contract, valued at £179,077, covers a period from 20th May 2026 to 19th May 2029. The award was made to Pacific Computers Limited, a small and medium-sized enterprise, as of 13th May 2026.

This tender offers significant business opportunities, especially for SMEs with expertise in server hardware and IT support services. Companies specialising in data-processing machines or hardware-related innovations can find avenues for growth through similar procurement processes. The National Archives' strategic move to procure through a framework agreement indicates an ongoing need for reliable suppliers who can provide dedicated support and equipment maintenance over the longer term. Such opportunities can help businesses establish lasting relationships with government organisations and expand their market presence in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HPE Server Hardware

Notice Description

HPE Server Hardware & 3 year Support on iLO Licensed Features.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5a9773d4-a409-487d-b7f6-7887495d8aad
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fafe1363-54e0-4ffd-9bdd-c26dffa8504f
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

30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£179,077 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£179,077 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
19 May 2026 - 19 May 2029 3-4 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
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

PACIFIC COMPUTERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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