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Published 14 Dec 2023, 11:48 GMT

Official UK procurement notice

ICT Hardware & Peripherals Equipment Framework Agreement

Official notice

Authority: Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited (Public body)·Consortium: 4 public authorities

Framework agreement2 lotsGoodsOpen procedureMax 2 lots to bidMax 2 lots per supplier
Sectors: Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages (30) Delivery: UK
Framework ceiling (notional)£200,000,000total for 2 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue · 1 value update
Submissions closed 22 Apr 2024awarded 24 Jan 2025
Lots 2max 2 won per supplier · max 2 to bid

What is being bought2 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

CPC intends to put a framework agreement in place with multiple suppliers for the supply of ICT hardware and peripherals equipment, and related services, open to both manufacturers and resellers that will offer additional benefits through collaborative and innovative partnerships with CPC members and the wider pubic sector. A list of members split by region can be found here: Member Regions - Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) (thecpc.ac.uk) Future members of the CPC will be from the education sector, with details available here: Get Information about Schools - GOV.UK (get-information-schools.service.gov.uk) Wider Public Sector details can be found here: Public sector classification guide - Office for National Statistics (ons.gov.uk), Departments, agencies and public bodies - GOV.UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk ↗) Details are also included on the CPC website at: Eligible Public Sector Bodies - Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) (thecpc.ac.uk) This replaces Multiquote reference CA13314

CPV: Computer accessories · Computer equipment and supplies · Computer furniture · Computer keyboards · Computer mouse · Computer supplies · Computer-related professional services · Computer-related services · Desktop computer · Tablet computer

How this framework works

From the published notice
Places
up to 26 suppliers · 53 bids on the busiest of 2 lots (2.0 per place) · 21 appointed

Lots and requirements (2)Procurement structure

2 lots · all with a published value · a supplier may bid for at most 2 and win at most 2 of them · same evaluation weights on every lot
Lot #1Desktop PC and Portable Device SolutionsAwardedPublished value£180,000,000

This Lot is for the provision of goods and services including but not limited to supply, and supply and installation (where required) for desktop computers (Tower, Small Form Micro and All In Ones), thin clients, laptops, notebooks, netbooks including Chromebooks, tablets, PDA’s, mobile internet devices (excluding mobile phones), high performance and gaming / eSports desktops and laptops, and all other related products including ICT furniture. The scope includes, new as well as, refurbished equipment and remanufactured equipment, bespoke equipment, new and emerging ICT hardware. Services include but are not limited to installation, imaging services, maintenance services, other relevant services including asset tagging, mobile device management, training & support for all solutions.

The lot also includes equipment and peripherals not limited to charging carts, docking stations and storage trolleys, printers, scanners, monitors, keyboards and mice, including both wired and wireless, virtual reality equipment, gaming equipment, headphones, earphones, external hard drives, memory upgrades, speakers, spares, cables, components & accessories including locks and brackets, carry cases, memory sticks, telephone handsets (not complete systems) and other related products, including new and emerging technologies. The lot also covers the provision of software, where sold with equipment.

Please note this lot excludes Apple products.

Delivery: UK · uk
Extensions: 48 month(s) from the commencement date, with 24 initial month(s) and option to extend 2x12 month(s)Variant bids: not allowed
30200000 Computer equipment and supplies30213200 Tablet computer30213300 Desktop computer30237200 Computer accessories30237300 Computer supplies30237410 Computer mouse
Lot #2Apple SolutionsAwardedPublished value£20,000,000

This Lot is for the provision of goods and services including but not limited to supply, and supply and installation for a range of Apple Solutions including desktops, laptops, keyboards and mice including both wired and wireless, monitors, thin clients, tablets, charging carts, docking stations, accessories and cables, new as well as refurbished equipment, and remanufactured equipment, new and emerging Apple technologies , maintenance services, other relevant services including asset tagging, mobile device management and training & support for all solutions. The lot also covers the provision of software, where sold with equipment.

Note: Please note the lot 2 requirement for Apple products has been included within this Framework Agreement, as a named manufacturer due to the technical specification requirements of CPC members and the Wider Public Sector Contracting Authorities accessing this Framework Agreement under regulation 42.(12) – Technical Specifications of the Public Procurement (Amendments Etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020.

Delivery: UK · uk
Extensions: 48 month(s) from the commencement date, with 24 initial month(s) and option to extend 2x12 month(s)Variant bids: not allowed
30200000 Computer equipment and supplies30213200 Tablet computer30213300 Desktop computer30237200 Computer accessories30237300 Computer supplies30237410 Computer mouse

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored · same split on all 2 lots
Quality: 40%Price: 60%
Published award criteria (2)
  • Quality: 40.00%
  • Price: 60.00%
What this means for your bid
  • Price carries 60 of 100 points: a 10% discount moves about 6 points. This one is won on the number: sharpen the price before polishing the prose.
  • “ICT Hardware & Peripherals Equipment Framework Agreement” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, up to 26 suppliers, not a single contract.

Price arithmetic assumes straight proportional scoring; the tender pack may use another formula.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
No (one-off requirement)
First published
14 Dec 2023, 11:48 GMT
Last source update
6 Feb 2025, 10:27 GMT
Award evaluation window
17 Apr 2024 – …
Authority reference
CA13783
FTS notice number
2025/S 000-003912
Classification (CPV)
Computer accessoriesComputer equipment and suppliesComputer furnitureComputer keyboardsComputer mouseComputer suppliesComputer-related professional servicesComputer-related servicesDesktop computerTablet computer
Delivery area
UK
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-04258d Find a Tender
Review and risk notes
Review procedure

The Contracting Authority will incorporate a minimum of a ten calendar day standstill period at the point that information on the award of contract is communicated to tenderers. If an appeal regarding the award of contract has not been successfully resolved then the Public Contract Regulations 2015, provide for aggrieved parties who have been harmed or are at risk of harm, by breach of the rules to take action in the High Court. Any such action must be brought promptly

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: MultiQuote · Who buys & how to bid on MultiQuote
Supplier login requiredLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free
Appointment period ends
22 Apr 2024, 13:00 BST
Submission channel
{"electronicSubmission","written"}
Accepted languages
en
Bids opened
17 Apr 2024, 13:00 BST
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

suppliers.multiquote.com ↗

Timeline

12 Feb 2024 → 6 Feb 2025 · 4 dates
  1. Next notice expected
    12 Feb 2024
  2. Bids opened
    17 Apr 2024, 13:00 BST
  3. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    22 Apr 2024, 13:00 BST
  4. Notice published
    6 Feb 2025, 10:27 GMT

Notice history

12 events · 9 releases on Find a Tender · since 11 Jan 2024
  1. Deadline published: 22 Jan 2024, 23:59 GMT
    11 Jan 2024, 14:24 GMT
  2. Status changed to active
    5 Mar 2024, 12:33 GMT
  3. Procurement method changed
    5 Mar 2024, 12:33 GMT
  4. Deadline moved to 10 Apr 2024, 13:00 BST
    5 Mar 2024, 12:33 GMT
    +79 days · was 22 Jan 2024, 23:59 GMT
  5. Published value published: £200,000,000
    14 Mar 2024, 16:57 GMT
  6. Deadline moved to 17 Apr 2024, 13:00 BST
    14 Mar 2024, 16:57 GMT
    +7 days · was 10 Apr 2024, 13:00 BST
  7. Buyer details updated
    14 Mar 2024, 16:57 GMT
  8. Status changed to cancelled
    19 Mar 2024, 10:31 GMT
  9. Buyer details updated
    19 Mar 2024, 10:31 GMT
  10. Deadline moved to 22 Apr 2024, 13:00 BST
    15 Apr 2024, 11:42 BST
    +5 days · was 17 Apr 2024, 13:00 BST
  11. Buyer details updated
    15 Apr 2024, 11:42 BST
  12. Status changed to complete
    24 Jan 2025, 09:00 GMT
Published amendments (8 · 4 deadline changes)
WhenWhatBeforeAfterShift
—Bid openingConditions for opening of tenders · IV.2.718 Jan 202422 Jan 2024+4 d
—DeadlineTime limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate · IV.2.218 Jan 202422 Jan 2024+4 d
—TextInformation about European Union Funds · II.2.13The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: NoThe procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: Yes
—DeadlineTime limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate · IV.2.217 Apr 202422 Apr 2024+5 d
—Bid openingConditions for opening of tenders · IV.2.717 Apr 202422 Apr 2024+5 d
—DateDate of conclusion of the contract · V.2.124 Jan 202522 Jan 2025-2 d
—Bid openingConditions for opening of tenders · IV.2.718 Jan 202422 Jan 2024+4 d
—DeadlineTime limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate · IV.2.218 Jan 202422 Jan 2024+4 d
—TextInformation about European Union Funds · II.2.13The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: NoThe procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: Yes
—DeadlineTime limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate · IV.2.217 Apr 202422 Apr 2024+5 d
—Bid openingConditions for opening of tenders · IV.2.717 Apr 202422 Apr 2024+5 d
—DateDate of conclusion of the contract · V.2.124 Jan 202522 Jan 2025-2 d

Extension

Information Update

Extension

Award Date Change

Extension

Routine re-releases (9)
  • 2024-03: 4 releases · 5 Mar 2024, 19 Mar 2024
  • 2024-01: 1 release · 11 Jan 2024
  • 2023-12: 1 release · 14 Dec 2023

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Suppliers appointed 21admitted to the panel · see the list ↓
Bids received 53busiest of 2 lots
Contracts signed 2latest 24 Jan 2025

2 suppliers are admitted to this framework without individual award values or dates, see the supplier list below.

Contracts

  • Desktop PC and Portable Device Solutions

    Signed
    24 Jan 2025
    Value
    £180,000,000
    Status
    active

  • Apple Solutions

    Signed
    24 Jan 2025
    Value
    £20,000,000
    Status
    active

Bid statistics published by the authority

LotBidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
1 · Desktop PC and Portable Device Solutions53bids———
2 · Apple Solutions23bids———

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

5 public bodies on the notice

Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited

Contracting authorityPublic bodyBody governed by public lawEducation Procurement House, Leslie Hough Way, Salford, North West, M6 6AJContact email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Consortium members and other public bodies

  • Crescent Purchasing LimitedContracting authorityBody governed by public lawEducation Salford, North WestContact email, phone Published organisation website ↗
  • EducationContracting authority Salford, UKContact email
  • Public SectorContracting authority Salford, UKContact email
  • European UnionFunder

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • Crescent Purchasing ConsortiaMediation bodyReview body Salford

Framework contractors & participating bidders

21 commercial parties on the notice
  • ACS Technology Group LtdFramework contractor ACS Technology Group Ltd, Kismet Buildings, Baildon, UK, BD17 7HBContact email, phone
  • Academia LtdFramework contractor 1 The Progression Centre, Mark Road, Hemel Hempstead, UK, HP2 7DWContact email, phone
  • AlbionFramework contractor albion, 112 Strand, London, UK, WC2R 0AGContact email, phone
  • BannerFramework contractor Newland House, , Tuscany Park , Normanton, UK, WF6 2TZ Contact email, phone
  • CCS Media LimitedFramework contractor Old Birdholme House, Derby Road, Chesterfield, UK, S40 2EXContact email, phone
  • CDW LimitedFramework contractor One New Change, London, EC4M 9AF, 3rd Floor ONC One New Change, London, UK, EC4M 9AFContact email, phone
  • Centerprise International LtdFramework contractor Hampshire International Business Park, Lime Tree Way, Chineham, UK, RG24 8GQContact email, phone
  • E Buyer (UK) LtdFramework contractor Howden East, , Howden, UK, DN14 7UWContact email, phone
  • Ergo Computing UK LtdFramework contractor Unit 1, Wheatcroft Business Park, Nottingham, UK, NG12 4DGContact email, phone
  • Galtec SolutionsFramework contractor Bridge End House, Low Lane, Leeds, UK, LS18 4DFContact email, phone
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  • GetechFramework contractor Knightsdale Road, Ipswich, Ipswich, UK, IP1 4JQContact email, phone
  • Insight Direct UK LtdFramework contractor 4th Floor, The Charter Building, Charter Place, London, UK, UB8 1JGContact email, phone
  • JTRS LtdFramework contractor Suite 1a, Eden Point, Three Acres Lane, Cheadle, UK, SK8 6RLContact email, phone
  • KRCS Group LtdFramework contractor Queens Court, Lenton Lane, Nottingham, UK, NG72NRContact email, phone
  • PC Specialist LtdFramework contractor Unit 12 Jubilee Business Park, Jubilee Way, Wakefield, UK, WF4 4TDContact email, phone
  • Softcat PLCFramework contractor Thames Industrial Estate, Fieldhouse Lane, Marlow, UK, SL7 1LWContact email, phone
  • Stone Technologies Ltd trading as Stone GroupFramework contractor Granite One Hundred, Acton Gate, Stafford, UK, ST18 9AAContact email, phone
  • SyncFramework contractor 16-18 Midland Street, Ardwick, Manchester, UK, M12 6LBContact email, phone
  • VIP Computer Centre Ltd (Zoostorm)Framework contractor VIP House, 4 Hardwick Grange, Woolston, UK, WA1 4RFContact email, phone
  • VeryPC LtdFramework contractor Unit 5, 75 Parkwood Road, Sheffield, UK, S3 8ALContact email, phone
  • XMA LtdFramework contractor Ruddington, UK, NG11 7EPContact email, phone

Official documents & specifications (12)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

  • Economic and financial selection criteriatenderEconomic and financial selection criteria
  • Technical selection criteriatenderTechnical selection criteria
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  • Economic and financial selection criteriatenderEconomic and financial selection criteria
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