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title: "Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FCDO SERVICES"
published: "2025-08-22"
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# Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services

Buyer: FCDO SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7258e562-af0a-4076-985a-b774474c79aa

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## Summary

FCDO Services, based in Milton Keynes, has awarded a contract for the provision of hardware, software, and specialist services under the title "Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services." This procurement falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems, specifically using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process was in the award stage, with the contract period running from 21st May 2025 to 31st March 2026. The awarded contract, valued at £58,819.39, was officially published on 22nd August 2025. This procurement opportunity supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), although it is not intended for VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises).

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in software and IT services to expand their business capabilities through collaboration with a key government entity. The awarded contract to INSIGHT DIRECT UK LTD, an SME, demonstrates the potential for similar businesses with expertise in software systems and infrastructure to engage effectively with government procurement frameworks. Participation in such tenders could enhance business growth by establishing a partnership with a reputable body such as FCDO Services, which consistently requires advanced technical solutions.

## Notice

Call off from FCDO Services Ref: XLY120/121/21ID

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f22cefb8-9a71-4de2-8285-5124116ee3bc |
| 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 | 22 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 May 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £58,819 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £58,819 |
| 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 | INSIGHT DIRECT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2025 at 14:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f22cefb8-9a71-4de2-8285-5124116ee3bc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f22cefb8-9a71-4de2-8285-5124116ee3bc
  22nd August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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