Tender

CPC /JE/01/2025

EAST SUSSEX COLLEGE GROUP

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Tender

06 Jan 2026 at 10:37

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex College Group is seeking to establish a framework agreement for ICT Network, Storage, and Service Solutions, as evidenced by their active tender CPC/JE/01/2025. The procurement process is being conducted through a selective, competitive flexible procedure aligned with CPC frameworks. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on computer equipment and supplies, and has a financial threshold value of £360,000 (gross £430,000). Business entities interested in participating must submit their expressions of interest via the CPC Portal by 10th February 2026, with enquiries ending on 20th January 2026. The contract will cover various regions across the United Kingdom from UKC to UKK, with the award decision anticipated by 12th February 2026, and the contract set to commence on 1st March 2026.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ICT solutions, particularly those focused on computer hardware and associated services, to expand their clientele by working with a reputable educational institution. Understanding that 80% of the award criteria is based on price and 20% on additional offerings, businesses that offer competitive pricing while adding value through innovative solutions are well-positioned to thrive. The requirement for a minimum of 15 candidates in the second stage suggests that competition will be stiff, but it also highlights potential for partnership and collaboration among service providers. Small to medium enterprises in the ICT sector, adept at navigating government procurement processes and capable of delivering across multiple UK regions, would find this framework particularly beneficial for sustainable growth and market expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CPC /JE/01/2025

Notice Description

ICT Network, Storage and Service Solutions Framework Agreement

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ffd5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000558-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
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
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2026 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COLLEGE GROUP
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@escg.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EASTBOURNE
Postcode
BN21 2UF
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
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
Eastbourne
Electoral Ward
Ratton
Westminster Constituency
Eastbourne

Further Information

Notice Documents

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