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title: "Software and Hardware Value Added Reseller"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS"
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# Software and Hardware Value Added Reseller

Buyer: OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f2ea17e-cb31-49e9-ba7a-711b218be6c0

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## Summary

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is planning a tender with the title "Software and Hardware Value Added Reseller". The procurement is classified under the Hardware category with additional classifications for Software package and information systems, and IT services. The procurement method is described as selective and will involve calling off from a framework agreement. The project is targeted towards SMEs and has a contract period starting on 4th January 2024 and ending on 31st March 2028. The ONS, based in Newport, Wales, is looking for a partner to manage software and hardware requirements, focusing on delivering efficiencies and cashable savings.

This procurement opportunity by the Office for National Statistics offers a chance for businesses, especially SMEs involved in IT services and software solutions, to partner with the authority in a Value Added Reseller role. The partnership aims to provide cost savings and operational efficiencies through close collaboration. Businesses with experience in providing value-added services and managing software and hardware procurement could find this tender suitable for their growth and development strategy. The procurement process is in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 25th October 2023, presenting an opportunity for interested vendors to prepare for potential engagement.

## Notice

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is seeking a sole supplier for the services of a Value-Added Reseller (VAR) to satisfy both software and hardware requirements with vendors. Supplier will be required to manage the purchasing of both current and forthcoming requirements for the Authority, whilst also providing further value through ensuring efficiencies within the licensing estate, negotiating best price, offering solutions, advice, and alternatives to current products. We will be working with the supplier as a partnership, whilst seeking continuous improvement throughout the duration of the contract. The aim of seeking a partnership with a Value Added Reseller is to provide cashable savings for the organisation. The approach detailed above is an approach the Contracting Authority is considering, therefore: * This project may not be taken forward. * The Contracting Authority may make amendments to the approach outlined in this notice. * Any future procurement is subject to internal approval and approvals across Government. * The contract start date has been entered as 1st April 2024, however this date is subject to change. * This will be a no commitment call-off contract therefore the estimated value is subject to change as well.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b8fdc1e-e7bf-4e1a-9b22-7cc02e213a44 |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 25 Oct 2023 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8XG |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2023 at 13:48 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b8fdc1e-e7bf-4e1a-9b22-7cc02e213a44

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b8fdc1e-e7bf-4e1a-9b22-7cc02e213a44
  25th October 2023 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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