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title: "Get Help With Technology - Device Reserve"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-668076db-5344-4f7c-9f40-350cd51a9f2f"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
published: "2020-09-08"
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# Get Help With Technology - Device Reserve

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-668076db-5344-4f7c-9f40-350cd51a9f2f

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the Department for Education, focusing on the title "Get Help With Technology - Device Reserve", aimed at providing computer equipment and supplies to support educational continuity during local lockdowns. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically computer equipment and has a total value of £27,346,193.10. The tender method employed was selective, and the contract was awarded following a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 30th July 2020 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2021, with the initial tender period ending on 22nd July 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology and educational services sectors, particularly those specialising in computer equipment and remote learning solutions. Companies that can deliver laptops and tablets efficiently are well-suited to compete, especially those capable of responding quickly to evolving educational needs during potential local lockdowns. Engagement in this contract can help grow a business's portfolio in educational support services while contributing to the resilience of the education sector.

## Notice

While the Department's aim is to have all pupils back at school, every school will also need to plan for the possibility of a local lockdown and how they will ensure continuity of education. In order to support schools and children during these local lockdowns, the Buyer has procured laptops and tablets as part of an initiative to make remote education accessible for pupils who are unable to attend school due to a local lockdown. The priority in operationalising this service will be getting the support to children who need it in the shortest timeframe. This means prioritising processes that are responsive and using user insights to maximise their effectiveness.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cad1182c-126f-4787-b447-60b6271bef2a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 29 Jul 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £27,346,193 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £27,346,193 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 8 Sep 2020 at 10:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cad1182c-126f-4787-b447-60b6271bef2a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cad1182c-126f-4787-b447-60b6271bef2a
  8th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5419fd3a-910d-4399-b1e6-3d06538fefa0
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