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title: "Title missing - see contract for details."
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e816"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2025-02-26"
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# Title missing - see contract for details.

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e816

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the provision of hardware across two sites in Bristol, described as "BICES Hardware for 2 Sites". The procurement falls under the IT industry category, specifically for desktop computers, and was executed through a restricted, selective process, prioritising the lowest price. The contract, valued at GBP 98,520.26, was signed on 8th October 2024, and is set to have a duration of 30 days. The award stage has been completed, with Ultima Business Solutions Ltd being the successful supplier.

This procurement tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT supplies sector, particularly those specialising in hardware solutions. Companies that can offer competitive pricing and meet specific technical requirements would be well-positioned for future contracts of this nature. The Ministry of Defence, as the buying organisation, has stringent quality and delivery standards that experienced suppliers are likely to appreciate and find advantageous for business growth.

## Notice

BICES Hardware for 2 Sites

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007282-2025 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £98,520 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | ABBEY WOOD |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30213300 - Desktop computer

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2025 at 12:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007282-2025

## Provenance

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