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Laptop Refresh

Somerset Council

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21 Jan 2026 at 18:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a laptop refresh programme initiated by Somerset Council has successfully concluded with the award phase. This contract falls under the 'Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies' category and is valued at GBP 3,887,021.50. Somerset Council, located in Taunton, is the buying authority, while XMA Limited is the appointed supplier. The procurement was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from the HealthTrust Europe ICT Solutions 3 Framework. The key contract period starts on 13th January 2026 and ends on 12th January 2029, covering multiple delivery locations across the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, and other international regions.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities for companies in the hardware supply industry, particularly those involved in office and computing machinery. Companies with capabilities to supply personal computers, laptops, and tablet computers are well-suited to compete in similar public sector tenders. While this specific project was not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs due to its scale and requirements, participating in such contracts can offer established suppliers like XMA Limited substantial revenue and long-term engagement with public sector clients. Engaging in procurement frameworks further provides an avenue for businesses to secure future contracts with minimal competition.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Laptop Refresh

Notice Description

Laptop replacement programme for Somerset Council Awarded following mini competition using HealthTrust Europe ICT Solutions 3 Framework

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5e1a31a1-3901-4375-9900-5574f00c986d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd602608-1286-4838-b8bd-fbbe1a877328
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

30213000 - Personal computers

30213100 - Portable computers

30213200 - Tablet computer

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,887,021 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,887,021 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jan 2026 - 12 Jan 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
Somerset Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Postcode Area
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

XMA Limited

Further Information

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Notice URLs

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