Award

Digital Hardware

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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07 May 2026 at 14:02

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has concluded a public procurement process for the provision of digital hardware, classified under IT services, consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This procurement was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £58,316.15, is designated for services and caters to locations in London, England, specifically at postal code SW1A 2BQ. Key dates in the procurement process include the tender period ending on 28th February 2026, the contract duration from 1st March 2026 to 28th February 2027, and the award publication on 7th May 2026. The procurement is now at the award stage, with XOS Group Ltd selected as the supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for organisations involved in IT services, consulting, and digital hardware supply. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), are well-suited to compete in this space, given the tender's suitability criteria and focus on IT services. Engaging in this contract allows businesses to establish or expand their footprint within governmental sectors and leverage the stability offered by framework agreements, fostering long-term partnerships and financial growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital Hardware

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide digital hardware.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9fbde5ba-c3fd-4216-817d-5d403cb21cdd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3a7cced-a8e3-42f3-8f92-d1141ad4dbd6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£58,316 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£58,316 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 6-12 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
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

XOS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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