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WE_1119-20_Kazakhstan Computers for Rent and IT Server Support for ACCA Sessions

BRITISH COUNCIL

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10 Mar 2026 at 03:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Council completed a procurement process titled "WE_1119-20_Kazakhstan Computers for Rent and IT Server Support for ACCA Sessions," under the award stage with key dates including contract signing on 16th February 2026 and publication on 10th March 2026. This service contract, valued at £105,636.89 gross, is targeted towards information technology services in Kazakhstan, overseen by SMART SOLUTION LLP. The procurement method was classified as "Below threshold - unknown," aligning with service procurement standards applicable to sub-central government authorities. The contract period covers until February 2028, with potential extension options, focusing on IT server support and computer rental services.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in server support and computer rental solutions for educational sessions, like ACCA. Large-scale firms familiar with international operations in locations such as Kazakhstan are well-positioned to leverage their expertise in securing such government contracts, thereby expanding their global footprint. Organisations equipped to offer innovative and efficient IT solutions are encouraged to compete, showcasing their capability to fulfil demanding ICT needs of governmental projects, which can strengthen their strategic partnerships and market presence within the specialist IT service sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WE_1119-20_Kazakhstan Computers for Rent and IT Server Support for ACCA Sessions

Notice Description

The British Council will be contracting service providers for Computers for Rent and IT Server Support for ACCA Sessions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0665c8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021108-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£91,066 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2026 - 16 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SMART SOLUTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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