Tender

Endpoint Computing Equipment Framework

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)

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Tender

19 Nov 2025 at 16:00

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Endpoint Computing Equipment Framework" has been initiated by Nottingham Trent University (NTU), located in Nottingham, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the framework divided into two lots: Lot 1 for desktops, laptops, and workstations, and Lot 2 for Apple products and associated peripherals. The procurement falls under the computer equipment and supplies industry category. Interested parties should note that the deadline for submitting tenders is 17th December 2025, with final contract awards expected to be announced by 22nd January 2026. This procurement is being conducted under a competitive flexible procedure with no restrictions, set forth by the Procurement Act 2023.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in computing equipment supply and associated services. Companies adept at providing cutting-edge desktops, laptops, and Apple computing products, along with efficient logistical capabilities for delivery and installation across the UK, will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses with sustainable practices that align with NTU's net-zero carbon commitments will have a competitive edge as the tender process involves a two-stage evaluation focusing on technical, sustainability, and commercial aspects. Notably, each lot will be awarded to a single supplier, ensuring exclusive supply opportunities and fostering long-term partnerships with NTU, thus offering substantial growth potential for winning businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Endpoint Computing Equipment Framework

Notice Description

Endpoint computing equipment is procured by the Digital Technologies department. The computers we order mainly fail into 4 areas: staff, students, research and Audio Visual. Staff traditionally have used a mixture of desktop computers and laptops but since the Covid Pandemic this has moved heavily towards laptops with associated docks, monitors, keyboards and mice. All-in-one computers are mainly used in the student open access areas and general IT teaching spaces. Many of our specialist computer teaching rooms use workstation class PCs with powerful processors and high spec graphics cards. The Research community use a variety of computers depending on their requirements, often these are bespoke workstations. The final area of Audio Visual covers the teaching lecterns and digital signage. Some of the lecterns and the digital signage use ultra-small form factor computers but the lecterns in the larger rooms use more powerful small form factor computers capable of handling lecture capture. Scope The following section defines the scope and exclusions of the Contract for the University's requirements. The framework agreement is divided up into lots as follows: Lot 1 - Desktops, laptops and workstations along with associated peripheral devices and accessories Lot 2 - Apple Products and associated peripheral devices and accessories. The University reserves the right to order from outside of this tender when the winning supplier is unable to provide the required computers. Goods will need to be delivered to: * Any UK address for home use requirements * A Designated DT office/storeroom to replenish our stocks * A specific room on any of our campuses where they would typically be unpacked and fitted to desk, and all packing etc. should be removed and appropriately disposed of. This is currently a free service, as is the ability to hold stock in bond at our supplier premises until we need to call it forward. The supplier should hold a 'gold stock' of our core products in order to fulfil a next day delivery of small quantity of devices (typically 5). The supplier should provide a web portal for the University to review current pricing and availability, Gold Stock levels etc. The supplier should also provide a next day swap out service for broken computers on the core devices. All other devices have a next business day onsite warranty.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Desktops, laptops and workstations along with associated peripheral devices and accessories

Supply of Desktops, laptops and workstations along with associated peripheral devices and accessories

Renewal: optional 12 month extension taking the contract term to a maximum of 4 years subject to satisfactory performance in accordance Service Level Agreement.

Lot 2 - Apple Products and associated peripheral devices and accessories

Supply of Apple Products and associated peripheral devices and accessories

Renewal: optional 12 month extension taking the contract term to a maximum of 4 years subject to satisfactory performance in accordance Service Level Agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e4b0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075364-2025
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£20,833,333 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£20,833,333 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Feb 2026 - 18 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2026-01-22

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)
Contact Name
Alexei Lambley-Steel
Contact Email
alexei.lambley-steel@ntu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1158486100

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 4FQ
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
St. Ann's
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

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