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Provision of Blade Computer Hardware for Army Hosting Environment

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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19 Sep 2017 at 15:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Blade Computer Hardware for Army Hosting Environment" was conducted by the Crown Commercial Service. This tender, classified under the goods industry category, was aimed at acquiring specialised hardware for military applications, with a contract value of £216,065.76. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period concluded on 5 September 2017. The contract commenced on 19 September 2017 and is set to end on 30 November 2017, with deliveries extending to various locations including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in the technology and hardware sectors. By competing for such contracts, businesses can not only increase their visibility in the public sector but also expand their operational capacity by engaging in substantial government projects. Suppliers offering innovative hardware solutions compatible with military infrastructure would be particularly well-suited to seize this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Blade Computer Hardware for Army Hosting Environment

Notice Description

Please note that this notification is for transparency purposes only. The Army HQ were inviting bids for the Provision of Blade Hardware for the Army Hosting Environment. The Support element of this Contract was required for a three (3) year term. Suppliers were requested to provide pricing for two (2) options, GEN9 and GEN10. The Authority are awarding on the GEN10 option, as this proved better value for money to the Authority.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a8abbaf6-9985-4b7d-b74f-524c1e4c5671
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12b24f4e-aa8f-4d4e-bb78-bd026916fa64
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£216,065 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£216,065 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20178 years ago
Contract Period
19 Sep 2017 - 30 Nov 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
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP10 8QQ
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CENTERPRISE INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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