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title: "Technical hardware refresh for Forensic Data Handling Capability"
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# Technical hardware refresh for Forensic Data Handling Capability

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1f8b3447-2807-491f-845c-3cc9d979a2b5

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Technical hardware refresh for Forensic Data Handling Capability" was conducted by the Crown Commercial Service, based in Liverpool, England. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on office and computing machinery and equipment. The tender period concluded on 22nd February 2018, while the contract commenced on 9th March 2018 and is set to last until 8th March 2021. The procurement method used was selective, originating from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £137,286.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the technology sector, particularly those specialising in computing hardware and related services. Companies that can supply office and computing machinery, ideally those with experience in forensic data handling or similar domains, will be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging with the Crown Commercial Service can also help businesses expand their footprint within the public sector marketplace.

## Notice

Technical hardware refresh for Forensic Data Handling Capability

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/444b7e83-1e58-42a7-ab8a-249047bd1f28 |
| 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 | 12 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2018 - 8 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £137,286 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £137,286 |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTWARE BOX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2018 at 10:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/444b7e83-1e58-42a7-ab8a-249047bd1f28

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/444b7e83-1e58-42a7-ab8a-249047bd1f28
  12th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/699c7b96-4c09-4700-89f3-fb2c1d924195
  Award Letter

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

## Provenance

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