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title: "Hardware and Software 2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0690ad"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-01"
---

# Hardware and Software 2026

Buyer: SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0690ad

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## Summary

Swindon Borough Council, a public authority under sub-central government classification, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Hardware and Software 2026". This tender falls under the industry category of computer equipment and supplies, with a total value capped at £6,300,000 GBP. A framework-based procurement method has been chosen for this selective and competitive bidding process. The planned contract period runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2028, with potential for renewal. The project is located in the UKK14 region of the United Kingdom. Key dates to note include the publication of the pipeline notice on 1 May 2026, while the procurement process is currently at the planning stage.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT hardware and software, especially those capable of supplying computer equipment and associated services. The process is designed to be inclusive of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), providing them the chance to compete for framework agreements. Companies with a strong track record in delivering high-quality IT solutions and the ability to meet stringent procurement standards would be well-positioned to benefit from this lucrative procurement process. The extension potential until 2031 further enhances the growth prospects for involved businesses.

## Notice

IT Hardware and Software 2026

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040712-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Award under framework |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN1 2JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Eastcott |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon South |
| Delivery location | TLK14 Swindon |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 1 May 2026 at 15:36 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040712-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040712-2026
  1st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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