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title: "Hardware and Support Services Procurement"
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# Hardware and Support Services Procurement

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-df4db1be-86eb-4b76-8bb5-63c9a1c35fc8

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## Summary

This award notice details a procurement process undertaken by UK Shared Business Services Limited for the provision of hardware and support services. The tender, titled "Hardware and Support Services Procurement," falls under the industry category of hardware and IT services, with a focus on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. It was conducted as a mini competition through the Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium's Servers, Storage and Solutions National Agreement framework. The award, valued at £84,830, was announced on 13 February 2026, with the contracting period ranging from 10 February 2026 to 9 February 2031. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, highlighting its relevance for businesses located in Swindon, England.

This tender offers opportunities for business growth primarily in the fields of hardware supply and IT support services. Companies skilled in providing hardware and software solutions would be well-suited to engage in similar future contracts, particularly those looking to expand their public sector portfolio. The procurement preference for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) further underscores potential opportunities for smaller companies to compete and succeed in future competitions. As the contract has already been awarded to Softcat Plc, this notice serves as insight into successful procurement processes, guiding interested businesses in understanding suitable competitive strategies and industry expectations.

## Notice

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UKRI had a requirement for the provision of Hardware and Support Services. This contract has been awarded following a mini competition via The Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (SUPC) Servers, Storage and Solutions National Agreement (SSSNA) - Reseller Lot 5 framework. For clarity - the total value of this contract, PS84,830.00, is going to be utilised to cover both equipment and support.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a122808a-1063-4cc8-a379-712675704d39 |
| 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 | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2026 - 9 Feb 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £84,830 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £84,830 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2026 at 10:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a122808a-1063-4cc8-a379-712675704d39

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a122808a-1063-4cc8-a379-712675704d39
  13th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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