--- title: "CA8378 - Outsourced ICT Framework Agreement" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-24969ec3-a118-4e05-8aef-094bdfc5807d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-24969ec3-a118-4e05-8aef-094bdfc5807d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24969ec3-a118-4e05-8aef-094bdfc5807d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24969ec3-a118-4e05-8aef-094bdfc5807d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM (CPC)" published: "2021-05-28" --- # CA8378 - Outsourced ICT Framework Agreement Buyer: CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM (CPC) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-24969ec3-a118-4e05-8aef-094bdfc5807d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-24969ec3-a118-4e05-8aef-094bdfc5807d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24969ec3-a118-4e05-8aef-094bdfc5807d.json) ## Summary The Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) is conducting a procurement process titled "CA8378 - Outsourced ICT Framework Agreement," aimed at establishing a framework for ICT outsourcing services and consultancy for educational establishments. The procurement is classified under the IT services category and was published on 23rd February 2021. The open tendering method allows a range of suppliers to participate, with the tender period closing on 29th March 2021. The contract period is set to commence on 1st June 2021 and will last until 31st May 2023, with a total contract value of £100 million. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the IT services sector, especially those providing outsourced ICT services and consultancy. Companies with the capability to deliver both on-site and remote ICT solutions are well-positioned to compete for this contract. The open procedure is designed to attract a diverse array of suppliers, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The successful applicants will serve a variety of UK public sector bodies, making it an ideal opportunity for businesses looking to expand their market reach within the education sector. ## Notice CPC are seeking to create a framework on behalf of educational establishments for ICT Outsourcery, covering services and consultancy. This process looks to appoint service providers capable of providing on-site and remote ICT services in addition to independent consultancy with a view to appoint such service providers.\ \ This tender will be available to all current and future members of CPC: https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members/regions.php https://www.gov.uk/guidance/get-information-about-schools\ The tender is also available for NWUPC members: https://www.nwupc.ac.uk/our-members \ EANI (Education Authority Northern Ireland) www.eani.org.uk/ and the following UK public sector bodies (and any future successors to these organisations): https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/suppliers/eligible-public-sector-bodies.php\ \ Includes Lots: \ Lot 1: Lot 1: Outsourced ICT Services\ Lot 2: Lot 2: Outsourced ICT Consultancy\ \ To access this competition: \ \ Registered:\ Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA8378.\ \ Not registered:\ Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA8378 as the reason for registration. \ \ Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f99f5c4c-b0f3-4ba3-8ff1-150701f794b2 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | 29 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 23 Feb 2021 | | Contract period | 6 Jun 2021 - 6 Jun 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £833,333 | | 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 | CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM (CPC) | | Locality | SALFORD | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M6 6AJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West | | Local authority | Salford | | Electoral ward | Pendleton & Charlestown | | Westminster constituency | Salford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 16 | | Supplier names | BCN GROUP; COMPUTEAM; COMPUTER SYSTEMS IN EDUCATION (CSE; DATASPIRE SOLUTIONS; DELOITTE; EUROPEAN ELECTRONIQUE; EVR CONSULTING; NEW NETWORKS; NOVATIA SERVICES; PHOENIX SOFTWARE; PTS CONSULTING; RM EDUCATION; STONE TECHNOLOGIES LTD TRADING AS STONE GROUP; SWEETHAVEN COMPUTERS; THE ADEPT TECHNOLOGY GROUP; XMA | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 28 May 2021 at 13:31 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f99f5c4c-b0f3-4ba3-8ff1-150701f794b2 - 23 Feb 2021 at 16:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f99f5c4c-b0f3-4ba3-8ff1-150701f794b2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f99f5c4c-b0f3-4ba3-8ff1-150701f794b2 23rd February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://suppliers.multiquote.com - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/get-information-about-schools - https://www.nwupc.ac.uk/our-members - https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members/regions.php - https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/suppliers/eligible-public-sector-bodies.php ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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