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iPads for England Ecosystem Survey 2025

NATURAL ENGLAND

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04 Aug 2025 at 08:52

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15 Jul 2025 at 15:46

Tender

03 Jul 2025 at 13:31

Summary of the contracting process

Natural England, a public authority within the central government, recently completed a procurement process for the supply of iPads and waterproof rugged cases for the England Ecosystem Survey 2025. The contract, awarded to Micro Computer Consultants Limited, involved the purchase of 13 Apple 11-inch iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cellular (5G) 4th generation tablets, alongside 13 waterproof rugged cases. This procurement was conducted via an open method, suitable for below-threshold competition, wherein businesses responded to the Request for Quotation (RFQ). The finalisation of the contract occurred on 24th July 2025, with the delivery period slated between 28th July 2025 and 11th August 2025 in the United Kingdom, specifically to support activities within the computer equipment and supplies sector.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in computer equipment and supplies, particularly those with capabilities in the supply of high-tech electronic devices and accessories. As a growth opportunity, businesses with comprehensive stock and dispatch capabilities would be well-suited to compete in similar future procurements by governmental bodies like Natural England. The procurement process emphasised below-threshold open competition, making it an attractive proposition for SMEs looking to expand their governmental contract portfolio. With a focus on technology and logistics, this type of tender aids in fostering business development in the digital and electronic equipment sector across the UK.

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Notice Title

iPads for England Ecosystem Survey 2025

Notice Description

The requirement is for 13x Apple 11-inch iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cellular (5G) 4th generation tablet, 128 GB, Space Grey and 13x Waterproof rugged case (slim fit). The expectations is that the supplier will have sufficient stock to dispatch the goods by week commencing 4th August.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055862
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045501-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£12,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,155 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2025 - 11 Aug 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Heather Thomas
Contact Email
heather.thomas@naturalengland.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West 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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICRO COMPUTER CONSULTANTS

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