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Hardware Access Scheme

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Kent County Council has concluded the procurement process for the "Hardware Access Scheme" to purchase 1,000 2-in-1 laptop computers, inclusive of logistics costs. This procurement falls under the industry category of portable computers (CPV: 30213100) and is located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire (postal code: SL7 1LW). The process utilised a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement under KCS Framework Y21028. The contract, with a value of £246,800, was awarded to Softcat PLC, a large-scale supplier, and spans from 28 February 2024 to 29 February 2024. Important dates include the tender period end on 27 February 2024 and the award date on 27 February 2024.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT hardware and logistics. Companies capable of supplying portable computer solutions and efficient logistics services are well-suited to engage with similar future procurements. Participation in such tenders can enhance business portfolios and extend market reach within the public sector. Although this particular contract was aimed at larger suppliers, smaller enterprises may still find collaborative opportunities by subcontracting or joining consortia.

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Notice Title

Hardware Access Scheme

Notice Description

The following contract has been awarded to purchase 1,000 2-in-1 laptops computers, along with the logisctics costs to deliver these. Additional information: Awarded under KCS Framework Y21028

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c36c0e47-99f3-48a8-85d8-ca4b15f2fe19
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e62388b4-7e44-4348-86cb-6032fad7d1ee
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

30213100 - Portable computers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£246,800 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£246,800 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20241 years ago
Contract Period
28 Feb 2024 - 29 Feb 2024 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XX
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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