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Softbreach Contract 26/27 (con_31383)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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18 Apr 2026 at 00:12

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has completed the procurement process for the Softbreach Contract 26/27, aimed at Information-processing equipment within the services category. This call-off from a framework agreement utilises a selective procurement method, designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises. With a total contract value of £98,190.04, the services will be provided by Softcat PLC from 31st March 2026 to 30th March 2027 across multiple regions in the United Kingdom, including the North East, North West, and London. The contract award, actively announced on 31st March 2026, reflects a strategic initiative by the Department for Education headquartered in London.

This procurement presents a robust opportunity for SMEs specialised in Information-processing equipment to engage in public sector contracts, thereby fostering business growth. With its selective procurement method, the Department for Education provides a streamlined avenue for businesses capable of both competitive pricing and high service standards. The contract's scope spanning several UK regions offers businesses the chance to expand geographically and gain substantial visibility in the public procurement sphere. Organisations with capabilities aligning with technological services suited to educational frameworks are particularly well-positioned to benefit from this continued arrangement with the Department for Education.

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Notice Title

Softbreach Contract 26/27 (con_31383)

Notice Description

1 Year of SafeBreach

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8dd56a9a-e75f-4d08-a6cc-b1c91a08f992
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3588490e-08d3-44b2-a488-a710a74ff0fa
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42965000 - Information-processing equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£98,190 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£98,190 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

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