Scope
Reference
NOE.0671
Description
This engagement is to engage with the wider market to define the scope and requirements for the re-procurement of the current framework agreement Total Technology Solutions (NOE.0552). The Total Technology Solutions framework offers contracting authorities the ability to purchase ICT solutions from a range of market providers to include non-clinical hardware, software and services both in isolation or in any combination as part of a complete solution. Prior to issuing a Tender Notice (UK4) NOE CPC are issuing this Preliminary Market Engagement Notice (UK 2) to seek engagement from potential bidders on the scope of the replacement framework by completing this survey: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/VWE2B4/ The deadline for completion is: Friday 1 August 2025. NOE CPC intend to issue a tender under the Procurement Act 2023 to establish a Framework following the open competitive procedure procurement route. The Central Digital Platform is an online portal which will make it easier for suppliers to find and bid for contracts, and for buyers to meet their transparency commitments under the Procurement Act 2023. Suppliers are encouraged to register their organisation in advance of a tender opportunity being published. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/procurement-act-2023-short-guides/suppliers-how-to-register-your-organisation-and-first-administrator-on-find-a-tender-in-three-easy-steps-html
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £1,000,000,000 excluding VAT
- £1,200,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2034
- 8 years
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 32400000 - Networks
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
1 August 2025
Engagement process description
NOE CPC is inviting feedback from potential bidders to help inform the development of the replacement for the current Total Technology Solutions framework (NOE.0552). We welcome your input via the following short survey: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/VWE2B4/ The deadline for responses is close of play on Friday 1 August 2025.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 January 2026
Contracting authority
North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PTJM-6566-YTJZ
Don Valley House, Savile Street East
Sheffield
S4 7UQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKE32 - Sheffield
Organisation type: Public authority - central government