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title: "Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5646383b-52d3-46f2-81da-0019199d3a20"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FCDO SERVICES"
published: "2024-09-18"
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# Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services

Buyer: FCDO SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5646383b-52d3-46f2-81da-0019199d3a20

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## Summary

The procurement process, managed by FCDO Services, involves the provision of hardware, software, and specialist services under the title "Provision of Hardware, Software, and Specialist Services," classified under the software package and information systems category. The procurement method was a selective process through a call-off from a framework agreement, identified by the service framework XLY120/121/21SCC. The contract, awarded to SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES PLC, began on 10 September 2024 and will run until 31 May 2026. The project is located in Milton Keynes, England, with a contract value of £52,899.62 GBP. This procurement stage has moved to the award phase as of 18 September 2024.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in software and IT services, as FCDO Services has indicated suitability for SMEs. Businesses that offer competitive technology solutions and specialist IT services would be well-positioned to compete and benefit from such contracts. The awarded contract could pave the way for future engagements and strengthen business relationships within the public sector. This framework agreement's selective procurement presents an opportunity for strategic partnerships and consistent business growth over the contract's life.

## Notice

Call off from FCDO services Framework: XLY120/121/21SCC

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c63ef13-2b9b-446a-852b-010975364e2a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 18 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 9 Sep 2024 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £52,899 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,899 |
| 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 | FCDO SERVICES |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK19 7BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2024 at 15:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c63ef13-2b9b-446a-852b-010975364e2a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c63ef13-2b9b-446a-852b-010975364e2a
  18th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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