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Tech Refresh KEP Stage 1

KENT POLICE

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08 Jan 2026 at 20:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Tech Refresh KEP Stage 1" was conducted by Kent Police, aiming to procure 580 Dell Laptops as part of a tech refresh initiative for the Kent and Essex regions. This tender falls under the industry category of hardware and goods. The procurement was managed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Noteworthy deadlines include the conclusion of the tender period on 18 August 2025 and the contract execution running from 1 September 2025 to 31 December 2025. The procurement stage has advanced to the award phase, with the contract award valued at £418,980.40 to COMPUTACENTER PLC.

This tender presents business growth opportunities for companies specialising in supplying computer hardware, particularly those already operating within or capable of serving the UK market. It is tailored for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can fulfill the demand for high-quality laptops within a defined timeframe. Participation in such call-off contracts can enhance a supplier's portfolio and establish robust partnerships with public sector organisations like Kent Police, offering potential for future collaboration and increased market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tech Refresh KEP Stage 1

Notice Description

580 Dell Laptops for Kent and Essex Tech Refresh

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f2e8260b-3bed-46f7-b71b-f0c48882c82f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ebf65b2c-4345-455a-9dfb-031bcbd95163
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£418,980 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 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
KENT POLICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP5 3QS
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Martlesham & Purdis Farm
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPUTACENTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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