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title: "Hardware Access Scheme"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c36c0e47-99f3-48a8-85d8-ca4b15f2fe19"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-07-22"
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# Hardware Access Scheme

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c36c0e47-99f3-48a8-85d8-ca4b15f2fe19

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## Summary

Kent County Council has concluded the procurement process for the "Hardware Access Scheme" to purchase 1,000 2-in-1 laptop computers, inclusive of logistics costs. This procurement falls under the industry category of portable computers (CPV: 30213100) and is located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire (postal code: SL7 1LW). The process utilised a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement under KCS Framework Y21028. The contract, with a value of £246,800, was awarded to Softcat PLC, a large-scale supplier, and spans from 28 February 2024 to 29 February 2024. Important dates include the tender period end on 27 February 2024 and the award date on 27 February 2024.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT hardware and logistics. Companies capable of supplying portable computer solutions and efficient logistics services are well-suited to engage with similar future procurements. Participation in such tenders can enhance business portfolios and extend market reach within the public sector. Although this particular contract was aimed at larger suppliers, smaller enterprises may still find collaborative opportunities by subcontracting or joining consortia.

## Notice

The following contract has been awarded to purchase 1,000 2-in-1 laptops computers, along with the logisctics costs to deliver these. Additional information: Awarded under KCS Framework Y21028

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e62388b4-7e44-4348-86cb-6032fad7d1ee |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 28 Feb 2024 - 29 Feb 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £246,800 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £246,800 |
| 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 | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME14 1XX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Penenden Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30213100 - Portable computers

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2024 at 09:32 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e62388b4-7e44-4348-86cb-6032fad7d1ee
- 25 Mar 2024 at 10:55 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e62388b4-7e44-4348-86cb-6032fad7d1ee
- 20 Mar 2024 at 16:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e62388b4-7e44-4348-86cb-6032fad7d1ee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e62388b4-7e44-4348-86cb-6032fad7d1ee
  22nd July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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