---
title: "HPE Hardware Support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067e52"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOMERSET COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-08"
---

# HPE Hardware Support

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067e52

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "HPE Hardware Support" involved Somerset Council as the buying organisation. This tender, under the "goods" category, specifically pertains to computer equipment and supplies, focusing on maintenance, repair, and ongoing operational reliability for HPE hardware. Located in Taunton, United Kingdom, this tender proceeded through a direct procurement method, classified as "Below threshold - without competition," indicating a streamlined process without a competitive bidding stage. Although the procurement stage is now complete, the significant dates included the contract's active period from 2nd March 2026 to 1st March 2027, with the contract being signed on the same start date. The procurement falls under the sub-central government public authority category.

The "HPE Hardware Support" contract presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in the supply and maintenance of computer equipment, with particular benefit to those familiar with HPE products. Centerprise International Limited, a small to medium enterprise (SME), has been awarded this contract, highlighting the potential for similar SMEs to engage and participate in public procurement processes. Companies specializing in technical support and maintenance services within the IT sector, particularly those located in or able to operate within the United Kingdom's Southwest region, may find opportunities to collaborate or enhance their business profile through similar tender opportunities.

## Notice

HPE hardware support services for maintenance, repair, and ongoing operational reliability.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032080-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £29,001 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 4DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CENTERPRISE INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2026 at 14:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032080-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032080-2026
  8th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.centerprise.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.somerset.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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