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title: "project_74794 - DRS Exit Hardware Procurement"
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published: "2024-12-20"
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# project_74794 - DRS Exit Hardware Procurement

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c9338151-0d61-422c-a802-163d40edbcaa

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## Summary

The Home Office has completed the procurement process for the "DRS Exit Hardware Procurement" project, classified under Network Infrastructure. This tender, valued at £717,407.88, involved the selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period ending on 18th November 2024, with the contract period starting on 29th November 2024 and concluding on 8th December 2029. The project is based in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage has reached the Award phase, with the contract officially awarded on 29th November 2024 and published on 20th December 2024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network infrastructure, particularly those capable of delivering hardware solutions on a substantial scale. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged, as the procurement process is suitable for such entities. The contract, awarded to Akhter Computers Ltd., would be well-suited for businesses experienced in government contracts and framework agreements, presenting them with long-term growth potential through the extended contract period.

## Notice

This is a Home Office procurement for DRS Exit Hardware.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f57d6737-abf2-434d-808a-38dfc669c9ae |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 29 Nov 2024 - 8 Dec 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £717,407 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £717,407 |
| 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 | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | HARLOW |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM19 5QP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH35 West Essex |
| Local authority | Harlow |
| Electoral ward | Great Parndon |
| Westminster constituency | Harlow |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AKHTER COMPUTERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32424000 - Network infrastructure

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2024 at 12:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f57d6737-abf2-434d-808a-38dfc669c9ae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f57d6737-abf2-434d-808a-38dfc669c9ae
  20th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cbf4623d-6ff8-4da0-9ec8-5ca1bf6f1cb1
  project_74794 -DRS Exit Hardware Procurement Order Form signed_Redacted

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