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title: "Provision of Apple Products"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON"
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# Provision of Apple Products

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-48c11965-d62d-48ec-ab9e-15d05eb43260

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## Summary

The University of Southampton's iSolutions department has recently completed a procurement process titled "Provision of Apple Products," focusing on the supply and lifecycle management of Apple-branded hardware and associated services. This tender, classified under the industry category "Miscellaneous computer equipment," was conducted using a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The process progressed to the award stage, with a contract commencing on 1st February 2026, and set to conclude on 31st January 2032. The contract value is set at £6,000,000, with the delivery location specified as Southampton, England.

This tender presents a substantial business opportunity for companies specialising in IT hardware supplies, particularly those dealing in Apple products. Firms of varying sizes, including SMEs and large enterprises, are suited to compete, particularly those that can offer a robust supply chain and lifecycle management services to educational institutions. The University aims to ensure high standards and value for money, which opens the door for businesses capable of meeting stringent compliance and service quality requirements. Successful bidders may benefit from high-value contracts and long-term engagement with educational bodies like the University of Southampton.

## Notice

The iSolutions department at the University of Southampton is responsible for delivering IT services and infrastructure across the institution. This includes the procurement and end-to-end lifecycle management of end-user devices and associated services to support staff and students. To support the University's digital strategy and ensure continuity of service, iSolutions requires a flexible, non-committed value contract for the supply of Apple branded products. This contract will enable the University to procure Apple hardware and associated services efficiently, while ensuring compliance, value for money, and high service standards.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40404891-2536-4f9f-b86e-3524cc305360 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACADEMIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30236000 - Miscellaneous computer equipment

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2026 at 10:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40404891-2536-4f9f-b86e-3524cc305360

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40404891-2536-4f9f-b86e-3524cc305360
  2nd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.southampton.ac.uk/

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