Planning

IT Peripherals and Assistive Technology

CARE QUALITY COMMISSION

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

20 Feb 2026 at 08:47

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

01 May 2025 at 16:25

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Care Quality Commission has initiated a tender process for the procurement titled 'IT Peripherals and Assistive Technology', which falls under the computer equipment and supplies industry category. This procurement is currently in the planning stage with a pipeline notice published on 20th February 2026, and the anticipated contract period is to commence on 1st October 2026, ending on 30th September 2030. The procurement is planned to follow a selective method using pre-established commercial tools, specifically calling off from a framework agreement. The delivery of goods is expected to cover multiple regions across the United Kingdom. The total estimated value of the contract is approximately £7,850,000 GBP.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in computer equipment and assistive technologies, particularly those capable of fulfilling large-scale governmental contracts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement methodology suggests inclusivity and preference towards a diverse supplier base. Companies focusing on innovative IT peripherals or assistive technology development could find this procurement advantageous and a substantial avenue for growth. It provides a platform to establish relationships within the public sector and expand geographical reach across various regions in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IT Peripherals and Assistive Technology

Notice Description

This is a UK1 Pipeline notice. Supply of IT Peripherals and Assistive Technology (AT). Planned Sourcing route: Call-off from a framework agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050bd1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015482-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Using pre-Procurement Act commercial tool
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
£6,541,666 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 20266 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARE QUALITY COMMISSION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialcontracts@cqc.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 4PA
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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