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Public Sector Discounts for Software and Telecoms

FCO SERVICES

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09 Oct 2017 at 14:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the buying organisation FCO SERVICES, which is based in Milton Keynes, England. The tender, titled "Public Sector Discounts for Software and Telecoms," falls under the telecommunications equipment and supplies industry category. This procurement was conducted using a selective method and completed on 17 May 2017, with an active contract valued at £20,000, covering a service period from 18 May 2017 to 18 August 2017.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on software and telecommunications services. Given the competitive dialogue process employed, suppliers with expertise in delivering discounted software and telecom solutions would be well-suited to participate. The contract awarded to Insight Direct (UK) Ltd exemplifies a successful outcome within this sector, showcasing the potential for local businesses to engage and grow through similar opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Public Sector Discounts for Software and Telecoms

Notice Description

http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-buyer/categories/ict/special-agreements/microsoft Additional information: N/A

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8be37a0b-5b33-42bb-bb69-3ab97657b036
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea32753f-2d5e-4590-8959-f6a32cfda608
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive dialogue (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Oct 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 May 20178 years ago
Contract Period
17 May 2017 - 18 Aug 2017 1-6 months
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
FCO 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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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