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Dell PC's, Laptops, Servers and Storage

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

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24 Jul 2026 at 16:31

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Summary of the contracting process

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust procured Dell desktop computers, laptops, servers and storage for its estate. The requirement covers computer hardware and associated IT equipment, together with related services and support used across the Trust. The purchase supports standardised equipment, compatibility with existing infrastructure, operational efficiency and value for money. Delivery is for the Trust’s estate in Somerset, with the buyer based at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton. The selected supplier is Dell Corporation Ltd, a large IT hardware provider based in Bracknell. This opportunity is relevant to businesses supplying enterprise computer equipment, data-centre hardware and storage, particularly those able to provide ongoing support and work within NHS procurement arrangements.

The procurement is complete and was awarded to Dell Corporation Ltd on 21 July 2026; the contract is active and signed. The contract value is £3,360,000 GBP. It is described as a 12-month contract with a further 12-month extension available, and the anticipated cost is £1,680,000 per annum, including the anticipated extension price. The Trust used a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, through the NHS Shared Business Services framework. The stated rationale was that Dell was identified as best able to provide the full suite of regularly used equipment, services and support, with preferential framework pricing and commercial terms. The award criterion was price. One lot was recorded and marked cancelled, while the award and contract are active.

This procurement demonstrates substantial, recurring demand from Somerset NHS Foundation Trust for standardised enterprise IT hardware rather than isolated equipment purchases. A credible competitor for a future requirement would need to supply Dell-equivalent desktop computers, laptops, servers and storage at scale, integrate with an existing NHS estate, and provide dependable associated services and technical support. Evidence of compatibility, operational reliability and efficient deployment would be important because the stated objectives include standardisation, infrastructure compatibility and operational efficiency. Suppliers would also need a route to NHS purchasing, such as participation in an applicable NHS Shared Business Services framework, and the commercial strength to offer competitive pricing and favourable terms. The requirement is best suited to established enterprise hardware providers or capable framework partners with broad product coverage and support capacity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dell PC's, Laptops, Servers and Storage

Notice Description

Provision of Dell PC's, Laptops, Servers and Storage for the estate of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.

Lot Information

Lot 1

A review of suppliers available on the NHS Shared Business Services framework was undertaken to assess their ability to meet the Trust's requirements for IT hardware, associated services, and support. Dell Technologies was identified as the supplier best able to provide the full suite of equipment and services regularly utilised across the Trust. In addition, the Trust benefits from preferential pricing and commercial terms available through Dell's participation in the framework. The award supports standardisation of equipment, compatibility with existing infrastructure, operational efficiency, and value for money, and has been made in accordance with the framework agreement.

Procurement Information

A review of suppliers available on the NHS Shared Business Services framework was undertaken to assess their ability to meet the Trust's requirements for IT hardware, associated services, and support. Dell Technologies was identified as the supplier best able to provide the full suite of equipment and services regularly utilised across the Trust. In addition, the Trust benefits from preferential pricing and commercial terms available through Dell's participation in the framework. The award supports standardisation of equipment, compatibility with existing infrastructure, operational efficiency, and value for money, and has been made in accordance with the framework agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d3ad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070473-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,360,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 5DA
Postcode Area
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK2 Dorset and Somerset
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELL CORPORATION LIMITED

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