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title: "3rd Party Hardware Support"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-03acd90d-f492-4a70-b869-af0f1599134c"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SUNDERLAND COLLEGE"
published: "2020-10-19"
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# 3rd Party Hardware Support

Buyer: SUNDERLAND COLLEGE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-03acd90d-f492-4a70-b869-af0f1599134c

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "3rd Party Hardware Support" is being conducted by Sunderland College, located in Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom. This tender, classified under the hardware industry category, aims to renew an agreement for support on servers, storage systems, and networking switches that are outside normal manufacturer warranties. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions due by 3rd November 2020 at 12:00 UTC, and the contract period commencing from 9th November 2020 to 8th November 2023. The total estimated value of this procurement is £100,000, and it follows an open procedure method suitable for SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in hardware support and IT services. Companies that provide technical computer support services, system and support services, or IT consulting and development are particularly well-suited to compete. By winning this contract, businesses can enhance their market presence and align with a reputable educational institution, thereby potentially opening doors to further contracts within the education sector and beyond.

## Notice

Education Partnership NE wishes to renew its agreement for 3rd Party Hardware support on various servers, storage systems and networking switch which are outside of normal manufacturer warranty Additional information: Apply via NESSP Portal Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5578150c-26ec-47b7-be6c-e592332fd373 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Nov 2020 - 8 Nov 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SUNDERLAND COLLEGE |
| Locality | TYNE AND WEAR |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR3 4AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Barnes |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72250000 - System and support services
- 72610000 - Computer support services
- 72611000 - Technical computer support services

## Release History

- 19 Oct 2020 at 09:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5578150c-26ec-47b7-be6c-e592332fd373
- 19 Oct 2020 at 09:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5578150c-26ec-47b7-be6c-e592332fd373
- 19 Oct 2020 at 09:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5578150c-26ec-47b7-be6c-e592332fd373
- 19 Oct 2020 at 09:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5578150c-26ec-47b7-be6c-e592332fd373
- 19 Oct 2020 at 09:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5578150c-26ec-47b7-be6c-e592332fd373
- 19 Oct 2020 at 09:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5578150c-26ec-47b7-be6c-e592332fd373

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5578150c-26ec-47b7-be6c-e592332fd373
  19th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nessp/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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