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title: "DfE award for end user devices; high spec developer and accessible devices"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
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# DfE award for end user devices; high spec developer and accessible devices

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fdcc0c2a-575f-41fa-aa1c-09fabbd504fb

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## Summary

The Department for Education has successfully completed a public procurement process titled "DfE award for end user devices; high spec developer and accessible devices." This contract, valued at £147,176, pertains to the supply of office and computing machinery, specifically laptops and surface devices, essential for the end user compute team. The procurement method was selective and involved a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 9 February 2021, with the contract period spanning from 11 February 2021 to 18 February 2022. The geographical delivery areas include regions across the North East, North West, West Midlands, and London in the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents lucrative opportunities for businesses in the technology sector, particularly firms specialising in office equipment and computing devices. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as they may leverage their agility and personalised service offerings to win contracts. Companies with capabilities in supplying high-spec laptops and developing accessible hardware will find this tender aligns well with their business objectives, fostering growth through successful participation in future procurement activities.

## Notice

DfE hardware restock/device refresh for end user compute team; mix of laptops and surface devices

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec623ccb-6d00-4fe9-871f-b8e548e05049 |
| 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 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 18 Feb 2021 - 18 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £147,176 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £147,176 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 8QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2021 at 10:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec623ccb-6d00-4fe9-871f-b8e548e05049

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec623ccb-6d00-4fe9-871f-b8e548e05049
  20th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4e6549f1-738c-43aa-8429-a2b23ecbcba0
  n/a

## Provenance

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