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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-b5fd17-86655473-324e-428a-bf9d-0e1e55b8b6e0

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## Summary

The contracting process for "Public Sector Discounts for Software and Telecoms" was managed by FCO SERVICES, located at Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes, England. This procurement falls under the telecommunications industry and was executed using a selective procurement method through competitive dialogue, with a total contract value of £110,000. The contract period commenced on 15th May 2017 and concluded on 15th August 2017. The tender period closed on 14th May 2017, and the award was published on 9th October 2017.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the telecommunications sector to engage with an established buying organisation. Businesses specialising in software and telecom solutions, particularly those offering discounted services, would find themselves well-positioned to compete. The active contract with Insight Direct (UK) Ltd signifies potential openings for collaborations or contracts similar in nature in future bids, fostering business growth within this niche market.

## 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/7e0963f5-4ba7-41f8-b854-22c1fa990067 |
| 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 | 14 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 | £110,000 |
| 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 14:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e0963f5-4ba7-41f8-b854-22c1fa990067

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e0963f5-4ba7-41f8-b854-22c1fa990067
  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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