--- title: "CA15354 - ICT Network, Storage and Service Solutions Framework Agreement" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ddeed455-d593-45ef-9997-9bcb9e8f5e77" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ddeed455-d593-45ef-9997-9bcb9e8f5e77" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ddeed455-d593-45ef-9997-9bcb9e8f5e77.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ddeed455-d593-45ef-9997-9bcb9e8f5e77.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED" published: "2025-08-18" --- # CA15354 - ICT Network, Storage and Service Solutions Framework Agreement Buyer: CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ddeed455-d593-45ef-9997-9bcb9e8f5e77 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ddeed455-d593-45ef-9997-9bcb9e8f5e77) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ddeed455-d593-45ef-9997-9bcb9e8f5e77.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "CA15354 - ICT Network, Storage and Service Solutions Framework Agreement" was conducted by the Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited, an organisation based in Salford, England. This process, valued at £86,000,000, encompasses a comprehensive framework agreement aimed at providing ICT Network, Storage, and Service Solutions, categorised under Computer equipment and supplies (CPV: 30200000). The framework includes four separate lots, offering on-premise solutions, cloud and hybrid cloud solutions, multi-purpose solutions for both on-premise and cloud, as well as outsourced ICT services. The procurement followed an open procedure, allowing fair competition, and was completed with the awarding stage concluding on 18th August 2025. The contract period is set to commence on 1st July 2025 and continue until 31st July 2027, covering multiple regions including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and Europe. This framework agreement offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in ICT solutions, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The structure of the contract, with its division into specialised lots, allows businesses to focus on their niche capabilities, be it cloud solutions or outsourced services. Additionally, the open procurement method ensures a level playing field, enabling a diverse range of businesses to compete. Organisations looking to expand within the ICT sector and service a broad customer base across educational institutions and local authorities will find this framework particularly advantageous. Moreover, the contract's inclusivity for future Crescent Purchasing Consortium members opens avenues for long-term collaborations and business expansions. ## Notice The CPC is seeking to establish a multi-provider framework agreement on behalf of CPC members for ICT Network, Storage and Service Solutions. The Agreement will be split into 4 lots: Lot 1 - On Premise Solutions (Specialist Lot), Lot 2 - Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Solutions (Specialist Lot), Lot 3 - Multi Purpose Lot - For on Premise, Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Solutions, Lot 4 - Outsourced ICT Services. The Framework will be open to CPC members. A list of current members can be found at https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members. The Framework is also open to future members of CPC, with details available here: www.get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/ Local Authorities may also wish to use the resulting Framework when procuring on behalf of educational institutions. The framework will also be open to the wider public sector details which can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations , https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/suppliers/eligible-public-sector-bodies.php Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1 - On Premise Solutions (Specialist Lot) Lot 2: Lot 2 - Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Solutions (Specialist Lot) Lot 3: Lot 3 - Multi Purpose Lot - For on Premise, Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Solutions Lot 4: Lot 4 - Outsourced ICT Services To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15354. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15354 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/614b603c-19a2-4c4e-81fd-c912d7da7279 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 19 Feb 2025 | | Contract period | 17 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £86,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £60,000 | | 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 | CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED | | Locality | SALFORD | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M6 6AJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West | | Local authority | Salford | | Electoral ward | Pendleton & Charlestown | | Westminster constituency | Salford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 22 | | Supplier names | ABTEC COMPUTER SOLUTIONS; BOXXE; CAE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES; CCS MEDIA; CDW; COMPUTEAM; COMPUTER SYSTEMS IN EDUCATION (CSE; EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL; ENABLE NETWORK SERVICES; EUROPEAN ELECTRONIQUE; ICT4; ITGL; JOSKOS SOLUTIONS; MEDHURST COMMUNICATIONS; MTI TECHNOLOGY; NVIRON; OFFICEXPRESS EUROPE; PHOENIX SOFTWARE; RM EDUCATION; STONE TECHNOLOGIES LTD TRADING AS STONE GROUP; TURN IT ON; VIRTUE TECHNOLOGIES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages ### Codes - 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies ## Release History - 18 Aug 2025 at 16:18 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/614b603c-19a2-4c4e-81fd-c912d7da7279 - 25 Mar 2025 at 17:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/614b603c-19a2-4c4e-81fd-c912d7da7279 - 19 Feb 2025 at 14:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/614b603c-19a2-4c4e-81fd-c912d7da7279 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/614b603c-19a2-4c4e-81fd-c912d7da7279 25th March 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://suppliers.multiquote.com - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations - https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members - https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/suppliers/eligible-public-sector-bodies.php ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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