--- title: "Diocese of Gloucester - Provision of Multi Functional Devices" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0668e0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0668e0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0668e0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0668e0.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE DIOCESE OF GLOUCESTER ACADEMIES TRUST" published: "2026-06-23" --- # Diocese of Gloucester - Provision of Multi Functional Devices Buyer: THE DIOCESE OF GLOUCESTER ACADEMIES TRUST Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0668e0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0668e0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0668e0.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust's "Provision of Multi Functional Devices" contracting initiative is spearheaded by the Trust itself, a sub-central government authority. The contract focuses on supplying multi-functional devices and print management software to the Trust, with services including installation, maintenance, and training. Located in Gloucester, the procurement covers the delivery within the South West region of the United Kingdom. This process, conducted via an open procedure, reached its award stage on 23rd June 2026, following an initial tender on 12th March 2026. The competitive contract, valued at £425,000 (gross: £510,000), was awarded to Dolphin Tec Limited, with the contract set to commence on 1st July 2026 for a five-year period ending on 30th June 2031. For businesses, especially those specialising in office technology solutions, this procurement represents a substantial growth opportunity. The supply of multi-functional devices combined with comprehensive maintenance and support services could utilise a wide range of industry expertise in technology, management, and customer service. SMEs, such as Dolphin Tec Limited, are well-suited for this type of engagement given the contract's flexibility to include additional purchases and clients throughout its term. This engagement can further enhance business portfolios, particularly for those aiming to expand within the educational technology sector or seeking long-term client relationships with public entities. ## Notice The Trust required a Contractor to undertake a multifunctional device service in accordance with the service specification and the associated tender documents. The Contract will be for the provision to supply services and goods to the Trust and will include Multi-Functional Devices (MFDs) and Print Management Software. The Contractor will be responsible for the supply of hardware, software, consumables, and replacement parts. The Contractor will also provide installation, maintenance, removal, disposal, and training services. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059161-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 22 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 18 May 2026 | | Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2031 | | Recurrence | 2030-12-02 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £425,000 | | Lots value | £425,000 | | Awards value | £425,000 | | Contracts value | £425,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active, Cancelled | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE DIOCESE OF GLOUCESTER ACADEMIES TRUST | | Additional buyers | DIOCESE OF GLOUCESTER ACADEMIES TRUST; Missing; PHP LAW LLP | | Locality | TOTNES | | Post town | Torquay | | Postcode | TQ9 5RW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC | | Local authority | South Hams | | Electoral ward | Totnes | | Westminster constituency | South Devon | | Delivery location | TLK1 Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | APOGEE; DOLPHIN TEC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 30121100 - Photocopiers - 30232110 - Laser printers - 50310000 - Maintenance and repair of office machinery - 50313200 - Photocopier maintenance services ## Release History - 23 Jun 2026 at 16:42 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059161-2026 - 5 Jun 2026 at 15:07 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053493-2026 - 5 Jun 2026 at 13:56 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053409-2026 - 20 May 2026 at 16:06 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046665-2026 - 12 Mar 2026 at 16:28 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022544-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059161-2026 23rd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053493-2026 5th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053409-2026 5th June 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046665-2026 20th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022544-2026 12th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.dolphintec.co.uk - http://www.phplaw.co.uk - https://apogeecorp.com/ - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=103107&TID100108312&B= - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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