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title: "Public Sector Discounts for Software and Telecoms"
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buyer: "FCO SERVICES"
published: "2017-10-09"
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# Public Sector Discounts for Software and Telecoms

Buyer: FCO SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-64c8d5f5-312f-4c43-9fc9-3a5ff9452daf

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## Summary

The procurement process involved FCO Services, which is located in Milton Keynes, England. The tender, titled "Public Sector Discounts for Software and Telecoms," falls within the telecommunications equipment industry category, with a total value of £22,000. It was initiated as a selective procurement method using competitive dialogue, with the tender period ending on 11 May 2017. The contract period began on 12 May 2017 and concluded on 12 August 2017.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage in public sector contracts, particularly in the telecommunications and software sectors. Businesses experienced in providing telecommunications equipment and services, especially those that can offer cost-effective solutions, would be well-suited to compete for such procurement opportunities. With an active award status, suppliers like Insight Direct (UK) Ltd have successfully participated, indicating a competitive environment for interested bidders.

## Notice

http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-buyer/categories/ict/special-agreements/microsoft Additional information: N/A

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/667e02ba-7d96-4495-98e3-622ed81d5e00 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 11 May 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 May 2017 |
| Contract period | 14 May 2017 - 15 Aug 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £22,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £110,000 |
| 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 | FCO 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 | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 9 Oct 2017 at 14:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/667e02ba-7d96-4495-98e3-622ed81d5e00

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/667e02ba-7d96-4495-98e3-622ed81d5e00
  9th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-buyer/categories/ict/special-agreements/microsoft
- http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-buyer/categories/ict/special-agreements/microsoftAdditionalinformation:N/A

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