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CA18195 - CPC /JE/01/2023: ICT Hardware & Peripherals Equipment Framework Agreement

EAST DURHAM COLLEGE

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24 Jul 2026 at 13:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process facilitated by East Durham College has concluded with the award of a framework agreement titled "CA18195 - CPC /JE/01/2023: ICT Hardware & Peripherals Equipment Framework Agreement." This agreement falls under the industry category of computer supplies and is set to encompass various locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and beyond. The process utilised an open procedure, encouraging a competitive environment. The tender is currently in the award stage, having been awarded to VeryPC Ltd on 24th July 2026. The contract period is set from 20th July 2026 to 20th July 2029, involving an agreement valued at £203,201.75.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses dealing in ICT hardware and peripherals, especially those capable of forming partnerships with the Crescent Purchasing Consortium and the wider public sector. The framework is suitable for both manufacturers and resellers, with an emphasis on collaborative and innovative services. The open procurement method indicates opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to obtain contracts, presenting a landscape ripe for business expansion and entry into public sector markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA18195 - CPC /JE/01/2023: ICT Hardware & Peripherals Equipment Framework Agreement

Notice Description

CPC intends to put a framework agreement in place with multiple suppliers for the supply of ICT hardware and peripherals equipment, and related services, open to both manufacturers and resellers that will offer additional benefits through collaborative and innovative partnerships with CPC members and the wider pubic sector. A list of members split by region can be found here: Member Regions - Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) (thecpc.ac.uk) Future members of the CPC will be from the education sector, with details available here: Get Information about Schools - GOV.UK (get-information-schools.service.gov.uk) Wider Public Sector details can be found here: Public sector classification guide - Office for National Statistics (ons.gov.uk), Departments, agencies and public bodies - GOV.UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Details are also included on the CPC website at: Eligible Public Sector Bodies - Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) (thecpc.ac.uk) This replaces Multiquote reference CA13314 To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18195. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18195 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/275ca594-c16d-4a7e-828b-4cc862b970c3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

30237300 - Computer supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£203,201 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 20 Jul 2029 3-4 years
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
EAST DURHAM COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PETERLEE
Postcode
SR8 2RN
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Peterlee West
Westminster Constituency
Easington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VERYPC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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