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title: "Mainframe Decommission & Disposal Contract"
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# Mainframe Decommission & Disposal Contract

Buyer: D V L A  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-706de2a5-f05f-44e4-b7b8-c49943afb5a2

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) based in Swansea, Wales, seeking to secure the collection and disposal of legacy Mainframe and associated IT hardware through the "Mainframe Decommission & Disposal Contract". This contract, valued at £50,000, was initiated as part of an open tender procedure and has reached the award stage. Key dates include the tender period that ended on 16th May 2017 and a contract period running from 18th May 2017 to 17th August 2017. The procurement is classified under the computer-related equipment industry category.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT asset disposal, data destruction, and related services. Companies that are SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) would be particularly well-suited to compete, given the nature of the contract and its specific requirements on secure disposal processes compliant with CESG Policy. Engaging in this procurement could not only expand a business's service offerings but also enhance its portfolio in government contracting, potentially leading to further opportunities in the public sector.

## Notice

Secure collection and disposal of legacy Mainframe and associated IT Hardware including data destruction in accordance with CESG Policy.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed093d8f-bcfe-43c9-ba7c-201c3aa6d9e7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 16 May 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 May 2017 |
| Contract period | 17 May 2017 - 17 Aug 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 | D V L A |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA6 7JL |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Mynydd-bach |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NETWORK 2 SUPPLIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30230000 - Computer-related equipment

## Release History

- 19 May 2017 at 14:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed093d8f-bcfe-43c9-ba7c-201c3aa6d9e7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed093d8f-bcfe-43c9-ba7c-201c3aa6d9e7
  19th May 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/77e24815-0dc6-4a97-b76b-419cb4c936d9
  REDACTED Award Letter
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/529d7407-eb73-4eef-8734-2cd9b8c079f0
  REDACTED Framework Call Off Form

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