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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 focussed on the Education Sector, but must be available and suitable for all public sector organisations.
The key objectives and focus of the framework are:
? Value for money - through competition and in the case of direct award, demonstrated through benchmarking.
? Access to a fully managed service - engaging with the Customer, providing advice and guidance, building up knowledge of each Customer based on previous engagements to inform the service they are offered, supporting the delivery of the outcomes required.
? Access to high quality ICT goods and services - high quality goods and services should be tailored to each Customers requirements.
? Transparency - copies of benchmarking information must be shared, especially in the case of direct awards, ensuring direct awards are only used where justified, sharing competition information with the Customer, whole life cost is presented including full transparency over Supplier fees to access the managed service.
? Process efficiencies for Customers - streamlining invoices with effective management information, simplifying procurement processes.
? Effective management of the Supply Chain - ensuring alignment with standards, only onboarding suitable Suppliers, offering choice to Customers, effective rotation of opportunities between appropriate Suppliers.
? Sustainability and Social Value - ensuring alignment with Customers objectives around sustainability and social value.
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WCL (UK) LIMITED | 07689604 | £808,000,000 | 1 lot Lot 1 | - |
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This procurement was divided into 1 lots, each awarded separately. 4 bids were received in total.
| Lot | Value | Bids Received | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 Apr 2026 – Mar 2030 | £800,000,000 | 4 | active |
Notices published under the Procurement Act 2023 name every bidder, including unsuccessful ones.
| Bidder | Bid on | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| WCL (UK) LIMITED | Lot 1 | Won |
Weightings from the notice.
Government spending data: This supplier has received £853,195 in 29 payments (over £25k) from Gloucestershire Constabulary, South Yorkshire Police (2020-12-16 to 2025-05-27). View full payment history →
Changes the buyer published to this notice after it first appeared.
Estimated framework values have been corrected
Added CPV code 79400000: Business and management consultancy and related services
Added text clarifying that the notice is being published with 'parent' level CPV codes but it should be assumed all relevant 'child'/sub codes will be covered under the contract.
Updated estimated timelines to account for updated notice being published on 20/10