Scope
Reference
VMREF0223
Description
This Framework Contract will adopt a Neutral Vendor Managed Service model to offer a 'one stop shop' for all in scope ICT goods and services based on the Framework CPV codes.
The Neutral Vendor will act a single interface between the Customer and the Supply Chain.
The Framework is primarily focused on the Education Sector, but must be available and suitable for all public sector organisations.
This Procurement is for the appointment of a Neutral Vender. Only Suppliers capable of acting as a Neutral Vendor should apply at this stage. After the Framework Award, the appointed Neutral Vendor will start the process to build their supply chain with suppliers for each area.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £800,000,000 excluding VAT
- £1,000,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 30 March 2030
- 3 years, 11 months, 30 days
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Where additional CPV codes are required, this can be proposed by the Neutral Vendor. The Framework Owner may opt to include additional codes through a contract variation if it is justified and is within the scope of ICT delivery.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 42960000 - Command and control system, printing, graphics, office automation and information-processing equipment
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment
- 51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment
- 51600000 - Installation services of computers and office equipment
- 64200000 - Telecommunications services
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79500000 - Office-support services
- 79800000 - Printing and related services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
1
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0.90%
Further information about fees
0.9% of invoice value to be payable for all contracts awarded under this framework
Framework operation description
Single supplier Framework. Margin's determined by Price Schedule submission of Awarded Supplier and fixed in the Framework Contract.
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Listed in tender documents Appendix B
Submission
Submission type
Tenders
Tender submission deadline
12 December 2025, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
https://cimple.uk/detail/498210
STAGE 1 SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 12th December 2025 5pm STAGE 2 SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 23rd January 2026 12pm
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
23 February 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical questions | Quality | 55% |
| Commercial response | Cost | 30% |
| Social Value | Quality | 15% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
Stage 1
Step 1: Value Match to determine if a supplier is Excluded/ Excludable using the central digital platform https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Search
Step 2: Satisfactory compliance to establish completeness of submitted tender, including Declarations;
Step 3: Conditions of Participation evaluation (PSQ);
Stage 2
Step 1: A quality evaluation and moderation (mandatory/technical quality/social value criteria);
Step 2: A price evaluation; and
Step 3: Combining the price with the quality score to determine the awarded Supplier.
Reduced tendering period
Yes
Qualifying planned procurement notice - minimum 10 days
Contracting authority
HEART ACADEMIES TRUST
- Companies House: 06969741
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVCR-6312-NPXW
Bedford Academy
Bedford
MK42 9TR
United Kingdom
Region: UKH24 - Bedford
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
VALUE MATCH SERVICES LTD
Summary of their role in this procurement: Appointed procurement specialists on behalf of HEART
- Companies House: 08522031
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXYJ-6338-PQDD
Dee House
Chester
CH3 5UU
United Kingdom
Email: tenders@value-match.co.uk
Website: https://www.value-match.co.uk/
Region: UKD63 - Cheshire West and Chester