--- title: "Device-as-a-Service (DaaS)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-078435" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-078435" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-078435.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-078435.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "Cantium Business Solutions Ltd" published: "2026-10-08" --- # Device-as-a-Service (DaaS) Buyer: Cantium Business Solutions Ltd Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-078435 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-078435) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-078435.json) ## Summary Cantium Business Solutions Limited is seeking one or more preferred suppliers to provide a Device-as-a-Service (DaaS) solution for its own use and for its customers. The requirement covers end-user hardware together with associated services, including hardware installation, consultancy and support with hardware selection. Cantium is a local authority trading company within the Global Commercial Services Group, ultimately owned by Kent County Council. The devices and related services are intended for use by Cantium and its customers across the United Kingdom. The buyer invited offers through an open procedure. The single-lot procurement was estimated at approximately £16 million including VAT across the full possible term; the agreement itself is described as zero-value, with sales based on best value for customers. The initial contract period runs from 20 June 2027 to 19 June 2030, with up to two 12-month extensions, giving a possible end date of 19 June 2032. Enquiries were due by 21 October 2026 at 23:59 BST, and bids by 3 November 2026 at 17:00 UTC. The award decision was scheduled by 11 November 2026 at 23:59 UTC. Evaluation is entirely quality-based: mandatory non-technical requirements count for 20%, general requirements 30%, value-added services 30%, and key performance indicators 20%. This opportunity suits suppliers able to provide and manage hardware as a service, rather than simply sell devices. Relevant strengths include selecting appropriate hardware, supplying equipment, installation and associated consultancy, alongside value-added services and the ability to meet performance indicators. Suppliers should be prepared to address mandatory non-technical and general requirements, since these account for half of the quality assessment; the remaining assessment focuses on added services and performance. The requirement serves both Cantium and its public-sector and other customers across the UK, so bidders should be equipped to support a broad customer base and deliver a continuing service over a multi-year agreement. ## Notice Cantium Business Solutions and its trading brands (Cantium) is a Local Authority trading company (LATCo). We operate as part of the Global Commercial Services Group of companies (CSG) ultimately owned by Kent County Council (KCC). Cantium therefore plays a vital role in supporting both the public sector and the interests of the wider community. Cantium Business Solutions is looking to appoint one or more preferred suppliers for delivery of Device-as-a-Service (DaaS) solution including associated hardware and services for use by ourselves and to our customers. This Agreement shall commence on 20th June 2027 and shall continue in force for up to 36 months unless terminated in accordance with the partner contractual conditions or extended in accordance with clause 2.8. The buyer has the right to request up to two x 12-month extensions to this contract, providing the supplier with a minimum notice of 30 days prior to the contract end date. Therefore, the maximum possible contract length will be 60 months. Any contractual offer made will be against a zero-value agreement as any sales will be based on best value for our customers. However, the total contract value over the 60 month period is estimated at circa PS16million inclusive of VAT. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-West-Malling:-Hardware./9Q2GJ7S9QS To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9Q2GJ7S9QS ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: This Agreement shall commence on 20th June 2027 and shall continue in force for up to 36 months unless terminated in accordance with the partner contractual conditions or extended in accordance with clause 2.8. The buyer has the right to request up to two x 12-month extensions to this contract, providing the supplier with a minimum notice of 30 days prior to the contract end date. Therefore, the maximum possible contract length will be 60 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/095418-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | 8 Oct 2026 | | Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Jun 2027 - 19 Jun 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £16,000,000 | | Lots value | £16,000,000 | | 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 | Cantium Business Solutions Ltd | | Locality | WEST MALLING | | Postcode area | Rochester | | Postcode | ME19 4YT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent | | Local authority | Tonbridge and Malling | | Electoral ward | Kings Hill | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 51 - Installation services (except software) - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 44316400 - Hardware - 51611100 - Hardware installation services - 72100000 - Hardware consultancy services - 72110000 - Hardware selection consultancy services ## Release History - 8 Oct 2026 at 17:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/095418-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/095418-2026 8th October 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://csg.delta-esourcing.com - https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9Q2GJ7S9QS - https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-West-Malling:-Hardware./9Q2GJ7S9QS - 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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