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23 Jul 2026 at 10:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Ireland Housing Executive is seeking to procure the supply and delivery of digital tablets and associated accessories as part of the ONSIDE Evolution project, which aims to reduce social isolation among disabled individuals in Northern Ireland. This tender, classified under the industry category of computer equipment and supplies, is being conducted through a competitive flexible procedure. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with key deadlines including the end of the tender submission period on 18th August 2026, and the anticipated start of the contract on 30th October 2026. The contract is valued at an estimated £2,088,000 gross and offers potential for extension and additional purchases. Interested parties must submit their tenders electronically via the designated e-tendering platform.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in providing technology solutions, particularly those with expertise in computer equipment and supplies. Companies that can deliver high-quality digital tablets and associated accessories stand to benefit from this contract, which not only supports the social improvement project but also opens avenues for future extensions and sales. The opportunity is well-suited for businesses capable of adapting to a selective procurement method, offering competitive pricing, and fulfilling the project's social aims. This is an attractive chance for suppliers to establish or expand their footprint in the public sector, particularly in supporting projects with socially impactful outcomes.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply and Delivery of Digital Tablets and Associated Accessories

Notice Description

The ONSIDE Evolution project is led by Disability Action Northern Ireland (DANI) in partnership with the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (the Housing Executive), Supporting Communities (SCNI) and the Independent Living Movement Ireland (ILMI). It aims to reduce social isolation amongst disabled people leading to improved mental and physical health outcomes, while empowering them to fulfil their potential as active citizens within their communities. The Housing Executive requires a contract for the supply and delivery of digital tablets and associated accessories for approximately 4,350 people with varying disabilities.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The option to purchase additional goods during the contract period. Please see the Tender Documentation.

Renewal: The contract can be extended for any periods up to and including 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d1ad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069622-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,740,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,740,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Oct 2026 - 29 Oct 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN IRELAND HOUSING EXECUTIVE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 8PB
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Further Information

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