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CA17392 - CPC /JE/01/2023: ICT Hardware & Peripherals Equipment Framework Agreement

GOWER COLLEGE SWANSEA

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31 Mar 2026 at 14:12

Summary of the contracting process

Gower College Swansea has awarded the "CA17392 - CPC /JE/01/2023: ICT Hardware & Peripherals Equipment Framework Agreement" tender, which belongs to the computer supplies industry category. This procurement process, under the open procedure method, involves a framework agreement for the supply of ICT hardware and peripherals and is open to manufacturers and resellers. The contract aims to establish collaborative and innovative partnerships with CPC members and the broader public sector. It spans from 31 March 2026 to 31 May 2026. The award was made to Stone Technologies Ltd trading as Converge Technology Solutions, with a contract value of £198,912. The delivery locations include regions like the Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, and the United Kingdom.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses operating within the ICT hardware and peripherals industry, especially those seeking to expand their supply chains or establish frameworks within the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly encouraged to participate. Businesses with a robust capability in providing computer supplies and additional related services are well-suited to benefit from such agreements, particularly those in or targeting the education sector and broader governmental bodies. Engaging in this framework can lead to growth through increased visibility and development of strategic partnerships within the public sector network.

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Notice Title

CA17392 - 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 CA17392. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17392 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dba9ae20-ba1b-47c8-b1a3-78060a7f23c3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ce73406-3393-41d8-ab6e-196a59d4f98a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£198,912 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 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
GOWER COLLEGE SWANSEA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA2 9EB
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Sketty
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STONE TECHNOLOGIES LTD TRADING AS CONVERGE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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