Tender

Microsoft Authorised UK Device distributor

CANTIUM BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LIMITED

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Tender

13 May 2026 at 07:30

Summary of the contracting process

Cantium Business Solutions Limited, located in Kent, is currently in the Tender stage of the procurement process for the role of a "Microsoft Authorised UK Device distributor." This tender falls under the "Computer-related equipment" industry category and involves the resale and internal use of Microsoft devices, both new and remanufactured, with full warranty coverage. The open procedure procurement method is being used for this opportunity, which has an estimated total contract value of approximately £7 million including VAT. Submissions must be made electronically in English, with the tender period closing on 8th June 2026 and inquiries ending on 22nd May 2026. The contract period is expected to start on 1st July 2026 and could extend up to 30th June 2031, depending on renewals.

This tender is a significant business growth opportunity for companies that are approved Microsoft distributors with a strong presence in the UK. Ideal candidates should meet specified economic and technical criteria, including maintaining a minimum £10 million insurance cover and holding certifications such as ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials. The contract encourages participation in delivering computer-related equipment, providing opportunities for growth in the public sector across the UK. With a focus on quality service provisions, service level commitments, and added value through Environmental, Social and Governance benefits, this procurement process offers considerable opportunities for suitable distributors capable of meeting the strategic and performance criteria set forth in the contract.

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Notice Title

Microsoft Authorised UK Device distributor

Notice Description

Cantium Business Solutions Limited and its trading brand EIS are looking to appoint a Microsoft Approved UK Distributor for the purpose of resale and internal use of Microsoft Devices both new and remanufactured providing full warranty cover. Any contractual offer made will be against a zero-value agreement as any sales will be based on best value and customer demand. However, the total contract value over the contract period, including any optional extensions, is estimated at circa PS7 million inclusive of VAT. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Kent:-Computer-related-equipment./QZNE827CEH To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/respond/QZNE827CEH

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The buyer will have the option to extend the contract by up to and additional 2 X 12 month extensions providing the supplier with 30 day notice should this be requested.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069726
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043696-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open 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

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 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
CANTIUM BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KENT
Postcode
ME19 4YT
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tonbridge and Malling
Electoral Ward
Kings Hill
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

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