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title: "Provision of Blade Computer Hardware for Army Hosting Environment"
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# Provision of Blade Computer Hardware for Army Hosting Environment

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a8abbaf6-9985-4b7d-b74f-524c1e4c5671

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Provision of Blade Computer Hardware for Army Hosting Environment" was conducted by the Crown Commercial Service. This tender, classified under the goods industry category, was aimed at acquiring specialised hardware for military applications, with a contract value of £216,065.76. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period concluded on 5 September 2017. The contract commenced on 19 September 2017 and is set to end on 30 November 2017, with deliveries extending to various locations including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in the technology and hardware sectors. By competing for such contracts, businesses can not only increase their visibility in the public sector but also expand their operational capacity by engaging in substantial government projects. Suppliers offering innovative hardware solutions compatible with military infrastructure would be particularly well-suited to seize this opportunity.

## Notice

Please note that this notification is for transparency purposes only. The Army HQ were inviting bids for the Provision of Blade Hardware for the Army Hosting Environment. The Support element of this Contract was required for a three (3) year term. Suppliers were requested to provide pricing for two (2) options, GEN9 and GEN10. The Authority are awarding on the GEN10 option, as this proved better value for money to the Authority.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12b24f4e-aa8f-4d4e-bb78-bd026916fa64 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Sep 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Sep 2017 |
| Contract period | 19 Sep 2017 - 30 Nov 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £216,065 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £216,065 |
| 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 | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8QQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CENTERPRISE INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware

## Release History

- 19 Sep 2017 at 15:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12b24f4e-aa8f-4d4e-bb78-bd026916fa64

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12b24f4e-aa8f-4d4e-bb78-bd026916fa64
  19th September 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cf347fbe-3bbe-4eac-9d81-2ab595889108
  Redacted Award Letter

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