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title: "Z1CD_136_GB_CTO Apple CTO/MacStudio M4/M4Max14-32-16 /36GB/1TBSSD/UK Power Supply/NoSW"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-de0fecd6-bb38-4bcd-912c-4df27da22c37"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND"
published: "2025-07-01"
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# Z1CD_136_GB_CTO Apple CTO/MacStudio M4/M4Max14-32-16 /36GB/1TBSSD/UK Power Supply/NoSW

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-de0fecd6-bb38-4bcd-912c-4df27da22c37

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the University of the West of England was recently completed, involving the purchase of computer equipment and supplies. The tender, titled "Z1CD_136_GB_CTO Apple CTO/MacStudio M4/M4Max14-32-16 /36GB/1TBSSD/UK Power Supply/NoSW," focused on acquiring Apple-branded computer hardware. This procurement falls under the industry category of computer equipment and supplies (CPV 30200000) and was executed via a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement was specifically located in Bristol (BS16 1QY), England. The contract period spanned from 2nd June 2025 to 3rd June 2025, with an award notice published on 1st July 2025. The total contract value amounted to £43,774.66.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the computer hardware industry to engage with large educational institutions like the University of the West of England. As a selective process, it benefits those businesses already within the framework, enabling them to capitalise on established relationships. While the opportunity was specifically awarded to Academia Limited, businesses capable of supplying computer equipment and related supplies can find similar avenues for growth by engaging in framework agreements and monitoring university procurement needs. The clear focus on SMEs underscores the potential for similar businesses to thrive in such procurement environments.

## Notice

Z1CD_136_GB_CTO Apple CTO/MacStudio M4/M4Max14-32-16 /36GB/1TBSSD/UK Power Supply/NoSW Z1JX_17_GB_CTO Apple CTO/Mac mini M4 Silver/M410-10-16/24GB/1TBSSD/GigEth/UK Power/NoSW

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc996e39-b099-40d5-91b9-31960a24eb55 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2025 - 3 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £43,774 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £43,774 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 1 Jul 2025 at 13:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc996e39-b099-40d5-91b9-31960a24eb55

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc996e39-b099-40d5-91b9-31960a24eb55
  1st July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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