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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Glasgow College has completed a public procurement process for the provision of Apple equipment and associated services. This contract, identified as CS/CoGC/26/03, follows an award procedure without prior publication under the NWUPC Framework Agreement. The procurement, classified under the main category of goods, has a delivery location at the City of Glasgow College in Glasgow, UKM82 region. The contracting authority awarded the contract on 16 June 2026 to Academia Ltd, a supplier based in Hemel Hempstead, for a value of £250,000 GBP. This competitive procurement was conducted through a limited method due to specific framework conditions, and the contract is currently active.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational technology and equipment supply, particularly those with expertise in Apple products and services. The direct award nature of this contract highlights the importance of aligning with framework agreements for procurement opportunities. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and technology providers could gain competitive advantage by engaging within established procurement frameworks like NWUPC. As the supplier Academia Ltd demonstrates, involvement in such networks can lead to fruitful business relationships with institutions like the City of Glasgow College, fostering potential for growth and expansion in the educational sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award of CS/CoGC/26/03 - Provision of Apple Equipment & Associated Services

Notice Description

Award of CS/CoGC/26/03 - Provision of Apple Equipment & Associated Services for City of Glasgow College

Lot Information

Lot 1

Direct Award via the NWUPC Apple Equipment & Associated Services Framework Agreement, reference: ITS3028 NW

Procurement Information

The contract has been awarded by way of direct award under the NWUPC Framework Agreement, in accordance with the direct award/call-off procedures and terms and conditions set out within the framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837090
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559863
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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
SME

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF GLASGOW COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0RF
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACADEMIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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