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CA15354 - ICT Network, Storage and Service Solutions Framework Agreement

CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED

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18 Aug 2025 at 16:18

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25 Mar 2025 at 17:07

Tender

19 Feb 2025 at 14:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "CA15354 - ICT Network, Storage and Service Solutions Framework Agreement" was conducted by the Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited, an organisation based in Salford, England. This process, valued at £86,000,000, encompasses a comprehensive framework agreement aimed at providing ICT Network, Storage, and Service Solutions, categorised under Computer equipment and supplies (CPV: 30200000). The framework includes four separate lots, offering on-premise solutions, cloud and hybrid cloud solutions, multi-purpose solutions for both on-premise and cloud, as well as outsourced ICT services. The procurement followed an open procedure, allowing fair competition, and was completed with the awarding stage concluding on 18th August 2025. The contract period is set to commence on 1st July 2025 and continue until 31st July 2027, covering multiple regions including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and Europe.

This framework agreement offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in ICT solutions, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The structure of the contract, with its division into specialised lots, allows businesses to focus on their niche capabilities, be it cloud solutions or outsourced services. Additionally, the open procurement method ensures a level playing field, enabling a diverse range of businesses to compete. Organisations looking to expand within the ICT sector and service a broad customer base across educational institutions and local authorities will find this framework particularly advantageous. Moreover, the contract's inclusivity for future Crescent Purchasing Consortium members opens avenues for long-term collaborations and business expansions.

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Notice Title

CA15354 - ICT Network, Storage and Service Solutions Framework Agreement

Notice Description

The CPC is seeking to establish a multi-provider framework agreement on behalf of CPC members for ICT Network, Storage and Service Solutions. The Agreement will be split into 4 lots: Lot 1 - On Premise Solutions (Specialist Lot), Lot 2 - Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Solutions (Specialist Lot), Lot 3 - Multi Purpose Lot - For on Premise, Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Solutions, Lot 4 - Outsourced ICT Services. The Framework will be open to CPC members. A list of current members can be found at https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members. The Framework is also open to future members of CPC, with details available here: www.get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/ Local Authorities may also wish to use the resulting Framework when procuring on behalf of educational institutions. The framework will also be open to the wider public sector details which can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations , https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/suppliers/eligible-public-sector-bodies.php Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1 - On Premise Solutions (Specialist Lot) Lot 2: Lot 2 - Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Solutions (Specialist Lot) Lot 3: Lot 3 - Multi Purpose Lot - For on Premise, Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Solutions Lot 4: Lot 4 - Outsourced ICT Services To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15354. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15354 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ddeed455-d593-45ef-9997-9bcb9e8f5e77
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/614b603c-19a2-4c4e-81fd-c912d7da7279
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, 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

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£86,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
17 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED
Contact Name
Jane Edwards
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M6 6AJ
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Pendleton & Charlestown
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
22
Supplier Names

ABTEC COMPUTER SOLUTIONS

BOXXE

CAE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

CCS MEDIA

CDW

COMPUTEAM

COMPUTER SYSTEMS IN EDUCATION (CSE

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

ENABLE NETWORK SERVICES

EUROPEAN ELECTRONIQUE

ICT4

ITGL

JOSKOS SOLUTIONS

MEDHURST COMMUNICATIONS

MTI TECHNOLOGY

NVIRON

OFFICEXPRESS EUROPE

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

RM EDUCATION

STONE TECHNOLOGIES LTD TRADING AS STONE GROUP

TURN IT ON

VIRTUE TECHNOLOGIES

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