Award

Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services

FCDO SERVICES

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Award

21 Aug 2025 at 14:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by FCDO Services, involves a contract titled "Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services". This process pertains to the industry category of "Computer equipment and supplies" and is situated in Milton Keynes, England. The tender was conducted using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The process is in the award stage, with the contract having been awarded on 28th July 2025, and the service provision is set to start on 29th July 2025 and end on 31st March 2026. Key dates included the tender period ending on 28th July 2025. The awarded value of the contract is £10,936.08, and it emphasises services as the main procurement category.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs, as indicated by the suitability criteria. Businesses involved in the supply of computer equipment and services, with a capability to engage in selective procurement processes, are ideally positioned to compete. Specifically, those with experience in framework agreements and delivering specialised hardware and software solutions would find this contract beneficial. The primary role of the supplier is fulfilled by Computacenter UK Ltd, highlighting an opportunity for technologically proficient firms to engage with FCDO Services in delivering value-added services. Such engagement not only opens avenues for repeat business but also enhances the supplier's portfolio by associating with a reputable public sector entity.

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Notice Title

Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services

Notice Description

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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5c64845f-2e21-4376-b444-663504149382
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eec106c-fbb3-4973-9e99-919aff2b1feb
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

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
£10,936 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,936 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 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
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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