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22 Jul 2026 at 08:45

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Summary of the contracting process

Liverpool City Council has completed the procurement process for their "Network Hardware Licencing Agreement_26" contract, which falls under the industry category of computer equipment and supplies. This procurement process was conducted as a selective award under a framework, specifically targeting the supply of ICT hardware essential for a network hardware licencing agreement. The contract, awarded to INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD, commenced on 18th August 2026 and is set to conclude on 17th August 2029. The contract amount totals £557,319.74 gross, with delivery and implementation within the UK region of Liverpool (UKD72). The process reached its award and contract stage by 22nd July 2026, marking the culmination of a competitive yet selective procurement method owing to the precise nature of the goods required.

This tender presents substantial business opportunities for large-scale suppliers capable of offering tailored ICT hardware solutions and network licencing. The successful award to INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD highlights the competitive edge and expertise required in delivering tailored network solutions to public authorities. Companies with experience in managing large public sector contracts, offering computer equipment and licencing, and those with the ability to operate under framework agreements are well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. Engaging in such contracts can significantly enhance business growth, offering not only financial returns but also a strengthened portfolio in the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Network Hardware Licencing Agreement_26

Notice Description

The Council requires ICT hardware to facilitate a network hardware licencing agreement as per the attached equipment schedule. Licences to be provided in accordance with agreed timescales to support the Council's network hardware licencing.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d070
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068982-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£464,433 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£464,433 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Aug 2026 - 17 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1DS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

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