--- title: "Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02f164" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02f164" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02f164.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02f164.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FCDO SERVICES" published: "2021-10-28" --- # Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services Buyer: FCDO SERVICES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02f164 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02f164) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02f164.json) ## Summary The procurement process is initiated by FCDO Services for the "Provision of Hardware, Software and Specialist Services" within the computer-related services industry. Based in Milton Keynes, UK, this open tender includes two lots: Lot 1 pertains to software and associated specialist services, while Lot 2 involves hardware and related support services. The tender period concludes on 2 December 2021, with an award period starting the same day. Each lot has a contract period commencing on 1 April 2022 and running for three years, with an option to extend for an additional year. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT products and services, particularly those capable of delivering commercial off-the-shelf software, software licences, end-user devices, and infrastructure hardware. Companies that can provide comprehensive support and specialist services will be particularly well-suited to engage in this tender. As FCDO Services is a government body, successful suppliers will not only gain visibility but may also establish a long-term partnership that can lead to significant growth in the public sector market. ## Notice FCDO Services are tendering for Suppliers for the Provision of Hardware, Software & Specialist Services. These services are being awarded under two lots and will be delivering the following: Lot 1 - for the provision of Software to include, (but not limited to) Commercial off the Shelf Software (COTS Software), Software Licenses, and Associated Specialist Services. Software procured by the Authority is used to support both the internal business requirements and to underpin the services offered to customers. Lot 2 - for the provision of (but not limited to); End User Devices, Infrastructure Hardware, Consumables and Peripheral Equipment with Associated Support and Specialist Services. Suppliers must have the capability to offer a range of commoditised IT products. This framework is being let for an initial 3 year period, with a one year extension option ### Lot Information Software and Associated Specialist Services Lot 1 will be awarded to a Single Supplier for the provision of Software to include but not limited to; Commercial off the shelf Software (COTS Software), Software licenses, and Associated Specialist Services. Software procured by the Authority is used to support both the internal business requirements and to underpin the services offered to customers. It is therefore absolutely key that the successful Supplier provides not only the software as and when requested but becomes a valued partner in ensuring the Authority's compliance, technical stability and Supplier of choice in its chosen marketplace. Renewal: Contract is three (3) years with an optional extension of one (1) year Hardware and Associated Specialist Services Lot 2 will be awarded to a maximum of 3 Suppliers and will be for the provision of (but not limited to) end user devices, infrastructure hardware, consumables and peripheral equipment with Associated Support and Specialist Services. Suppliers must have the capability to offer a range of commoditized IT products Renewal: Contract is three (3) years with an optional extension of one (1) year ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027127-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Oct 2021 | | Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 1 Apr 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware) - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package - 72100000 - Hardware consultancy services - 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services - 72500000 - Computer-related services - 72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services ## Release History - 28 Oct 2021 at 21:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027127-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk - https://www.fcdoservices.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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