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Provision of Dell Hardware

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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14 Aug 2025 at 13:56

Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre, a sub-central government public authority located in Southampton, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the provision of Dell hardware. This procurement, identified by reference NOCP00601, was conducted through a direct method, below the threshold and without competition. The procurement reached the award stage, with the contract becoming active on 14th August 2025, and it is set to conclude on 14th November 2025. The contract involves the supply of computer-related equipment and is valued at approximately £38,503.56, including VAT. The goods will be delivered to locations within the UKJ region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in IT hardware, particularly those capable of providing technology solutions that can integrate seamlessly into existing systems. The choice of a direct award to Dell reflects the procurement authority's trust in their reliability and strong after-sales support. Companies looking to expand in public sector markets would be well-suited to consider similar opportunities, especially those with proven track records in delivering high-quality, compatible IT solutions. Large enterprises with the ability to meet specific technical requirements and deliver within tight timeframes may find significant potential for business growth in engagements of this nature.

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Notice Title

Provision of Dell Hardware

Notice Description

Dell has been selected to supply IT hardware under procurement reference NOCP00601. The goods must meet defined technical and compatibility requirements and be delivered within a specified timeframe. Dell was chosen based on their reliability, integration with existing systems, and strong after-sales support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05881a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048828-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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


CPV Codes

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£32,086 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
13 Aug 2025 - 14 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
noc_tenders@noc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 3ZH
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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