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11 Aug 2026 at 08:29

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23 Jul 2026 at 10:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Ireland Housing Executive is inviting tenders for the supply and delivery of digital tablets and associated accessories, under a contract valued at £1,740,000, with a gross amount of £2,088,000. The main objective is to support the ONSIDE Evolution project, aimed at reducing social isolation for disabled individuals. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically office and computing machinery, and it is governed by Northern Irish devolved regulations. The procurement method being utilised is an open, competitive flexible procedure. Interested parties are required to submit their tenders by 18th September 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 1st September 2026. The contract is set to be awarded by 16th November 2026, with the contractual period running from 30th November 2026 to 29th November 2027, and potential extensions up to 2029.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of office and computing machinery and equipment. It encourages suppliers with expertise in digital devices, particularly those that can provide tailored solutions for individuals with disabilities. This contract can enhance business growth for firms that are adept in addressing the needs of the public sector, particularly in providing innovative technological solutions that contribute to social welfare projects. Securing this contract could serve as a vital portfolio piece, demonstrating capability and experience in large-scale public sector contracts.

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/076023-2026
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
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

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
11 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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