Award

Musical Instruments - Computer Hardware

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

14 Aug 2025 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

This summary pertains to a public procurement contract awarded by Leicestershire County Council for the purchase of laptops under the DfE Musical Instruments, Equipment, and Technology Framework, classified under the industry category of musical instruments and parts. The procurement process, identified as a direct award, reached completion with the contract awarded on 29th April 2025. The relevant dates include the tender period ending on 1st April 2025 and the contract commencing on 30th April 2025, running until 31st May 2027. This procurement, executed in England, highlights Leicestershire County Council's role as the buyer, coordinated by contact person Kaushar Girach.

This tender represents a straightforward procurement opportunity largely suited for established businesses adept in providing computer hardware solutions related to musical instruments or educational technology. With the contract awarded to Micro Computer Consultants Ltd, this direct award indicates minimal competition, yet presents an avenue for businesses in related sectors to build partnerships or consider future opportunities potentially arising from similar frameworks. Large companies with existing capabilities in the supply of computer hardware, especially those familiar with educational technology frameworks, may find growth potential in engaging with similar public sector frameworks in the future.

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Notice Title

Musical Instruments - Computer Hardware

Notice Description

Direct Award via the DfE Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework purchase of Laptops

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fc819be9-5afd-4bee-b2ab-89785d1c7be4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88d150d6-6f58-43c9-ba9a-cc37799e2d8f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories


CPV Codes

37300000 - Musical instruments and parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,876 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,876 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2025 - 31 May 2027 2-3 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
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICRO COMPUTER CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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