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DTR 2016 Dell Servers

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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30 Jul 2025 at 14:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "DTR 2016 Dell Servers" contract was managed by the Ministry of Defence, primarily focusing on the replacement and upgrade of computer equipment and supplies. The contract involved a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The process reached the award stage, with the award being finalised on 20th May 2025, for a total value of £228,876.46. The main procurement category is goods, aligned under the industry classification schema CPV with the ID 30200000. Deliveries are expected within the United Kingdom, with the contract period commencing on 25th May 2025 and concluding on 25th May 2028.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for large enterprises dealing with computer equipment and support services, as evidenced by the involvement of Dell Technologies as the supplier. Businesses capable of providing high-quality computer hardware and reliable service support can leverage such contracts for growth, as they promise long-term engagements. However, this particular contract was not suited for SMEs or VCSEs, highlighting a trend towards larger suppliers in similar defence-related procurements.

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Notice Title

DTR 2016 Dell Servers

Notice Description

There is a requirement for new servers to ensure existing servers can be replaced within the planned timescales globally. This requirement is for hardware to be purchased and for service support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/244118ef-ba24-4737-aeae-7fb952d15c9b
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

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
£228,876 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£228,876 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
24 May 2025 - 25 May 2028 3-4 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CORSHAM
Postcode
SN13 9GB
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Corsham Without
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELL TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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