Tender

Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services

FCDO SERVICES

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Tender

29 Oct 2021 at 07:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The FCDO Services is currently seeking suppliers for the "Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services" through an open procurement process. This tender is part of a framework split into two lots, focusing on software and IT hardware services, and is based in Milton Keynes, England. The deadline for submission is set for 2nd December 2021, with the contract period commencing on 1st April 2022 and potentially extending until 1st April 2026. The total estimated value for this opportunity is £40 million, and it falls under the category of office and computing machinery, equipment, and supplies.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in IT products and services. Businesses that provide software solutions, data processing hardware, or IT consultancy services would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could position these organisations to establish long-term relationships with a key public sector buyer, fostering growth and expansion in the competitive market of IT services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services

Notice Description

FCDO Services are tendering for Suppliers for the Provision of Hardware, Software & Specialist Services. These services are being awarded under two lots and will be delivering the following: Lot 1 - for the provision of Software to include, (but not limited to) Commercial off the Shelf Software (COTS Software), Software Licenses, and Associated Specialist Services. Software procured by the Authority is used to support both the internal business requirements and to underpin the services offered to customers. Lot 2 - for the provision of (but not limited to); End User Devices, Infrastructure Hardware, Consumables and Peripheral Equipment with Associated Support and Specialist Services. Suppliers must have the capability to offer a range of commoditised IT products. This framework is being let for an initial 3 year period, with a one year extension option Additional information: Email Adrian.DraperOatley@fco.gov.uk to request instructions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1a04c52-1130-4ec3-ae04-d008e04db29d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

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

30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package

72100000 - Hardware consultancy services

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72500000 - Computer-related services

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2022 - 1 Apr 2026 4-5 years
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
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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