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title: "The Provision of In-House Theory Test Centre IT Equipment"
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# The Provision of In-House Theory Test Centre IT Equipment

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1357245a-409a-4b3d-9a21-55f38c1ec529

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the provision of in-house theory test centre IT equipment, specifically including servers, standalone computers, workstations, and monitors. This procurement falls under the computer-related equipment industry category and has a total value of £49,242.44. The procurement method utilised was selective, following a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 18 March 2021 and concluded by 31 March 2021, with the tender being closed as of the end date on 22 February 2021.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT equipment supply and support services. Businesses that are capable of providing the specified hardware and who can ensure compliance with Defence Licensing and Testing Authority (DELTA) standards would find themselves well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging with the Ministry of Defence can be advantageous for firms looking to expand their footprint in public procurement, particularly those familiar with framework agreements and governmental procurement processes.

## Notice

The MOD conducts in house driving licence acquisition through Defence Licencing and Testing Authority (DELTA) which are licenced to operate by the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). DVSA has been using a company called Pearson Vue to deliver theory testing for many years and informed the MOD, on 17 Sep 2020, that it was taking this in house from 19 Mar 2021. In order to continue to conduct in house testing there is a requirement to upgrade a proportion of the IT infrastructure (Servers, workstations and screens) to remain compliant with DVSA policy. The provision of the following Items: o Servers o Standalone Computers o Workstations o 24 Inch Monitors o Normal Warranty The Contract has been awarded therefore this opportunity is closed for bidders.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a24281f-9c56-4071-b5c4-a34836c39bfd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 18 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,242 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,242 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP11 8HJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CENTERPRISE INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30230000 - Computer-related equipment

## Release History

- 18 May 2021 at 15:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a24281f-9c56-4071-b5c4-a34836c39bfd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a24281f-9c56-4071-b5c4-a34836c39bfd
  18th May 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6b1fcc9e-3d25-4c27-94b0-93c7305f653c
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/68d2c0b8-4922-4fab-ba42-721d11631b77
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0d06ff02-318c-4309-a8f8-bb0d8413c992
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a080f254-e2e5-42d6-a346-fec10a7cced8
  Actual Procurement Timescales
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1f2d53ef-51b9-47b0-89f7-c4fb90ec0671
  DEFFORM 532
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/65094883-4974-46ef-8176-41c4910e2b63
  Order Form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3f588c14-2a79-4af3-830e-4eec659924bf
  Statement of Requirement

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