Tender

RA353891 - WHC - up to 100 laptops for LSF department

WEST HERTS COLLEGE

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Tender

06 Oct 2025 at 16:02

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

West Herts College is seeking to procure up to 100 laptops for its LSF department through an open tender process. The procurement is classified under the "Computer equipment and supplies" industry category and utilises an open procedure method. The laptops need to meet specific technical specifications, including a minimum Intel I5 processor, 512GB storage, 8GB RAM, and a 14" display, with a 3-year onsite warranty. The designated distributor for this process is Westcoast, and proposals not adhering to this requirement may be excluded. The delivery address is West Herts College, located in Watford, WD17 3EZ. The tender has been active since 6th October 2025, with a submission deadline of 10th October 2025 at 4:00 PM. The contract period is scheduled to start on 26th October 2025 and end on 27th October 2025.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, specialising in the supply of computer equipment to expand their client base and showcase their expertise in delivering high-quality technology solutions. As the procurement does not require brand-specific devices, it opens up competition to a diverse range of suppliers capable of meeting the outlined specifications and ensuring prompt delivery through the specified distribution channel. Suppliers with established relationships with Westcoast or those able to quickly establish such partnerships will have a competitive advantage. By successfully competing in this tender, businesses can enhance their market presence and foster growth in the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RA353891 - WHC - up to 100 laptops for LSF department

Notice Description

West Herts College has a fixed budget to procure up to 100 laptops for it LSF students. The College is not overly concerned with the brand proposed, but to ensure seamless deployment and maintain system integrity, it's essential that we proceed with Westcoast as the designated distributor. We've already configured them via VPN as our system image provider, which means the infrastructure is in place for efficient provisioning and support. Switching distributors at this stage would introduce unnecessary delays and technical overhead. The College requires the following specification as a minimum: I5 or above 512GB 8GB 14" 3-year onsite warranty You must provide an official quotation with your submission, including specification and part code and to reiterate, the stock must be supplied through UK distribution Westcoast, failure to provide may have your quotation excluded. Delivery address is: West Herts College Hempstead Road Watford WD17 3EZ Please note the following: Refurbished laptops will not be considered, should you offer refurbished/used, your proposal will be disregarded. This procurement is being run via Contracts Finder, no frameworks are being utilised. The College reserves the right to select any supplier and its decision is final. - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA353891. Not registered on MultiQuote - visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote RA353891 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-68a06473-e967-4a32-a30f-d24b679326e6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c204c1c3-04d1-406c-bd9d-c15b6b114b70
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Oct 2025 - 27 Oct 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST HERTS COLLEGE
Contact Name
James Alger
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
WATFORD
Postcode
WD1 3EZ
Post Town
Watford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Watford
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Watford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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