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title: "Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services"
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buyer: "FCDO SERVICES"
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# Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services

Buyer: FCDO SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ec6aa855-01cb-4952-a73e-7dbb3d2189f4

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## Summary

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Services has concluded a procurement process titled "Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services," categorized under software package and information systems (CPV code 48000000). The procurement was conducted via a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically FCDO services Framework: XLY120/121/21SCC. The contract was awarded on 17th March 2025 and will run from 18th March 2025 to 31st March 2026. The services are to be delivered in Milton Keynes, postcode MK19 7BH, with a total contract value of £70,291.80. The procurement stage has been completed, and the awarded supplier is Specialist Computer Centres PLC, classified as an SME.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs in the IT services and software sectors, given its focus on hardware, software, and specialist services. Businesses that specialize in providing comprehensive IT solutions, including the development, installation, and maintenance of software and hardware systems, are well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. The selective nature of the procurement method underscores the potential for specialised firms to secure ongoing work through framework agreements with government entities. This also indicates a preference for vendors with established capabilities and a proven track record in delivering specialised IT services.

## Notice

Call off from FCDO services Framework: XLY120/121/21SCC

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f0300de-0380-45d8-833f-068f7e3831fa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 15 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,291 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,291 |
| 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 | FCDO SERVICES |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK19 7BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2025 at 14:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f0300de-0380-45d8-833f-068f7e3831fa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f0300de-0380-45d8-833f-068f7e3831fa
  15th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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