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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the "N&I Hardware VAR, Licencing, Support and Maintenance of Hardware Asset" was managed by the Home Office, located at 2 Marsham Street in London, England. This procurement, classified under the "Hardware" industry category, also involves the maintenance and repair of information technology equipment. The procurement method utilised was a selective process via a call-off from a framework agreement. The process has progressed to the award stage as of 22nd June 2026, with the active contract starting on 3rd July 2026 and concluding on 2nd July 2031. The delivery addresses for this contract span across the United Kingdom, Europe, and other global regions. The value of the contract is approximately £60,000,000.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large-scale Value-Added Resellers (VARs) involved in hardware, licensing, and IT equipment support services. Organisations in this sector can benefit from infrastructure refresh activities spread over a five-year period, enhancing their market presence and expanding service capabilities. While this award might not directly benefit SMEs or VCSEs due to suitability criteria, large enterprises can leverage this significant investment to strengthen their strategic partnerships and explore additional avenues in the IT and hardware sectors across diverse geographical markets.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

N&I Hardware VAR, Licencing, Support and Maintenance of Hardware Asset

Notice Description

a Single Strategic Channel Partner Contract also known to the industry as a (Value-Added Reseller (VAR), that can assist with all of the infrastructure refresh activity required over the next 5 years. Additional information: N&I Hardware VAR - Order form

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-70cc6c4a-496a-41ea-9c40-ae54fb9cf2cd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60dd2936-1287-4648-8622-1c1c35f67512
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

50312600 - Maintenance and repair of information technology equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Jul 2026 - 2 Jul 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

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