---
title: "Provision of 65 x Ruggedized Laptops"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-91057acf-3a79-46e9-9e51-a7f065b81da2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE"
published: "2018-03-14"
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# Provision of 65 x Ruggedized Laptops

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-91057acf-3a79-46e9-9e51-a7f065b81da2

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Provision of 65 x Ruggedized Laptops" was conducted by the Crown Commercial Service, focusing on the goods sector, specifically office and computing machinery. The tender was initiated through a selective procurement method, operating under a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 23rd February 2018, while the contract commenced on 13th March 2018 and is set to expire on 30th March 2018. This procurement opportunity was available for various locations including the United Kingdom and other British territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the computing equipment sector, particularly suppliers of ruggedised laptops or similar technology. Given that this process was selective and may likely have standards that established players adhere to, larger manufacturers or specialised SMEs that focus on durable computing hardware would be well-placed to compete effectively. Engaging with the Crown Commercial Service could also provide a pathway for future contracts, given the established relationship with this public sector buyer.

## Notice

Provision of 65 x Ruggedized Laptops

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8f88415-3f37-4321-8b8a-c5627b096f90 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 14 Mar 2018 - 30 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £560,773 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £560,773 |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTWARE BOX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2018 at 14:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8f88415-3f37-4321-8b8a-c5627b096f90

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8f88415-3f37-4321-8b8a-c5627b096f90
  14th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5b40735a-e12e-42a2-9d8a-0ce302d40f02
  Redacted Outcome Letter

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

## Provenance

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