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IT Hardware Framework

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA

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17 Oct 2025 at 14:17

Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Northumbria has initiated an open procurement process aiming to establish an IT Hardware Framework, which includes various lots such as laptops and desktops, mobile phones, IT consumables and peripherals, ANPR equipment and support, audio-visual equipment and support, as well as network and server equipment and maintenance. This tender is active and located in the UKC region, focusing on the public authority central government sector. The submission deadline for applications is set for 17th November 2025, with an enquiry period ending on 10th November 2025, and the award period concluding on 19th December 2025. The projects are set to commence on 30th January 2026 and complete by 29th January 2030.

The IT Hardware Framework tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in computer and communication equipment, with a total estimated gross contract value of approximately £36.7 million. This framework accommodates SMEs, allowing them to compete on an equal footing with larger organisations. Successful bidders can expect to provide goods such as laptops, mobile phones, and networking equipment, with award criteria balancing quality (70%) and price (30%). Organisations that are innovative and price-competitive, especially those already possessing experience with public sector contracts, will find this tender particularly attractive, presenting numerous avenues for business growth and expansion within the technology supply chain.

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Notice Title

IT Hardware Framework

Notice Description

Northumbria Police are looking to establish an IT Hardware Framework, split into the following Lots: Lot 1 - Laptops and Desktops Lot 2 - Mobile Phones Lot 3 - IT Consumables and Peripherals Lot 4 - ANPR Equipment and Support Lot 5 - Audio Visual Equipment and Support Lot 6 - Network and Server Equipment and Maintenance Lot 7 - Networking Connectivity For the full specification, please download the tender pack and refer to the document titled NP0383 - Invitation to Tender.

Lot Information

Laptops and Desktops

The supply of laptops and desktops

Mobile Phones

The supply of mobile phones and associated accessories.

IT Consumables and Peripherals

The supply of IT consumables and peripherals.

ANPR Equipment and Support

The supply of ANPR equipment and support.

Audio Visual Equipment and Support

The supply of audio visual equipment and support.

Network and Server Equipment and Maintenance

The supply of network and server equipment and maintenance.

Networking Connectivity

The supply of networking connectivity equipment and support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cf11
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066410-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,568,044 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£30,568,044 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jan 2026 - 29 Jan 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@northumbria.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE12 8EW
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)

Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Longbenton & Benton
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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