--- title: "RA353891 - WHC - up to 100 laptops for LSF department" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-68a06473-e967-4a32-a30f-d24b679326e6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-68a06473-e967-4a32-a30f-d24b679326e6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-68a06473-e967-4a32-a30f-d24b679326e6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-68a06473-e967-4a32-a30f-d24b679326e6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST HERTS COLLEGE" published: "2025-10-06" --- # RA353891 - WHC - up to 100 laptops for LSF department Buyer: WEST HERTS COLLEGE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-68a06473-e967-4a32-a30f-d24b679326e6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-68a06473-e967-4a32-a30f-d24b679326e6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-68a06473-e967-4a32-a30f-d24b679326e6.json) ## Summary West Herts College is seeking to procure up to 100 laptops for its LSF department through an open tender process. The procurement is classified under the "Computer equipment and supplies" industry category and utilises an open procedure method. The laptops need to meet specific technical specifications, including a minimum Intel I5 processor, 512GB storage, 8GB RAM, and a 14" display, with a 3-year onsite warranty. The designated distributor for this process is Westcoast, and proposals not adhering to this requirement may be excluded. The delivery address is West Herts College, located in Watford, WD17 3EZ. The tender has been active since 6th October 2025, with a submission deadline of 10th October 2025 at 4:00 PM. The contract period is scheduled to start on 26th October 2025 and end on 27th October 2025. This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, specialising in the supply of computer equipment to expand their client base and showcase their expertise in delivering high-quality technology solutions. As the procurement does not require brand-specific devices, it opens up competition to a diverse range of suppliers capable of meeting the outlined specifications and ensuring prompt delivery through the specified distribution channel. Suppliers with established relationships with Westcoast or those able to quickly establish such partnerships will have a competitive advantage. By successfully competing in this tender, businesses can enhance their market presence and foster growth in the educational sector. ## Notice West Herts College has a fixed budget to procure up to 100 laptops for it LSF students. The College is not overly concerned with the brand proposed, but to ensure seamless deployment and maintain system integrity, it's essential that we proceed with Westcoast as the designated distributor. We've already configured them via VPN as our system image provider, which means the infrastructure is in place for efficient provisioning and support. Switching distributors at this stage would introduce unnecessary delays and technical overhead. The College requires the following specification as a minimum: I5 or above 512GB 8GB 14" 3-year onsite warranty You must provide an official quotation with your submission, including specification and part code and to reiterate, the stock must be supplied through UK distribution Westcoast, failure to provide may have your quotation excluded. Delivery address is: West Herts College Hempstead Road Watford WD17 3EZ Please note the following: Refurbished laptops will not be considered, should you offer refurbished/used, your proposal will be disregarded. This procurement is being run via Contracts Finder, no frameworks are being utilised. The College reserves the right to select any supplier and its decision is final. - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA353891. 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Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c204c1c3-04d1-406c-bd9d-c15b6b114b70 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | 10 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 25 Oct 2025 - 27 Oct 2025 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WEST HERTS COLLEGE | | Locality | WATFORD | | Post town | Watford | | Postcode | WD1 3EZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire | | Local authority | Watford | | Electoral ward | Park | | Westminster constituency | Watford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages ### Codes - 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies ## Release History - 6 Oct 2025 at 16:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c204c1c3-04d1-406c-bd9d-c15b6b114b70 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c204c1c3-04d1-406c-bd9d-c15b6b114b70 6th October 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://suppliers.multiquote.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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