Award

Framework for Value Added Reseller Services

BANK OF ENGLAND

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

16 Jan 2025 at 16:26

TenderUpdate

17 Jul 2024 at 13:46

TenderUpdate

17 Jul 2024 at 10:18

Tender

16 Jul 2024 at 10:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Bank of England has completed a procurement process for the "Framework for Value Added Reseller Services" in the IT services industry. This framework aims to facilitate consultancy, software development, internet, and support services. The procurement process, conducted via a restricted procedure, concluded with awards issued to Softcat PLC and CDW Ltd on 28 October 2024. Located in London, UK, the framework spans four years with a maximum spend of £135,000,000 for each supplier over the term. The framework was established on a non-committed spend basis, allowing call-offs over the contract period. The final tender stage was marked by the submission deadline on 14 August 2024.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for suppliers in the IT services sector, particularly those focusing on value-added reseller services for software, hardware, and associated services. The framework agreement is suitable for both large enterprises and SMEs, offering a substantial potential revenue over its four-year duration. Businesses that can provide competitive pricing and comprehensive IT support services, including software packages and computer equipment, are well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities. Active participation in this framework can enhance visibility and establish stronger business relationships with the Bank of England.

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Notice Title

Framework for Value Added Reseller Services

Notice Description

Framework for Value Added Reseller services. This framework has been awarded on a non-committed spend basis. The framework will be in place for up to four years. Requirements will be called off over the Term and as such the contract value represents a maximum spend over this period, on this Framework.

Lot Information

Lot 1

A framework agreement under two suppliers for the provision of Value Added Reseller Services for Software, Hardware and Associated Services.

Options: 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047da0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001559-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
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

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£135,000,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Technology Procurement Team
Contact Email
technology.contracts@bankofengland.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CDW

SOFTCAT

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