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title: "Ex-TCS TAPE & DOCUMENT STORAGE"
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buyer: "HOME OFFICE"
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# Ex-TCS TAPE & DOCUMENT STORAGE

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-31de128a-99fe-431f-8958-6354361f7221

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## Summary

The Home Office, located in Liverpool (postcode L3 1QY), has completed a procurement process for the storage of backup tapes and documents under the title "Ex-TCS TAPE & DOCUMENT STORAGE." The contract, initially held by TCS, was transferred to Iron Mountain and novated to DBS for management. Classified under "Storage media" (CPV code 30234000), this service-based procurement applies to the North West region of the United Kingdom. The contract started on 1st April 2020 and will conclude on 31st March 2025, with a total value of GBP 38,499.62. The procurement method used was a novation process, with the award completed as of 2nd December 2024.

This tender is an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in storage solutions, particularly those experienced in handling sensitive or large volumes of data backup materials. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are specifically encouraged to consider opportunities of this nature. The arrangement offers long-term service delivery potential, making it a viable option for companies looking to expand their services in the public sector. The collaboration with the Home Office further signifies a reputable and stable partnership for businesses in the storage industry.

## Notice

Ex DRS contract that TCS held. Contract xfrd to Iron Mountain and novated to DBS to manage for storage of back up tapes and documents from 1.4.21 - Rolling 12 month contract

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc409658-0016-4f3c-b767-663a6f440ba3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Novated |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £38,499 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £38,499 |
| 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 | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IRON MOUNTAIN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30234000 - Storage media

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2024 at 14:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc409658-0016-4f3c-b767-663a6f440ba3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc409658-0016-4f3c-b767-663a6f440ba3
  2nd December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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