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New ICT frameworks

These pages will keep you informed of progress regarding the new ICT framework agreements which will replace Specialist Solutions, which expired on 1 October 2009 and IT Goods & Associated Services which will expire on 30 April 2010.  

Expiring and new ICT framework agreements and award dates

Existing framework agreement Existing agreement number For the provision of Expiry New arrangement Intended award date
Specialist solutions – communication solutions A217837 lots 1, 2, 3, 4 Telecommunications goods, service and bespoke solutions 1 October 2009 Specialist communications for voice, video and data

April 2010
Specialist solutions – managed desktop solutions A217837 lot 5 Managed desktops, helpdesk 1 October 2009

IT managed services

 April 2010
IT goods & associated services A217833 all lots IT hardware and software 30 April 2010 Commoditised IT hardware & software

March 2010
Sprint (HMRC) HMRC Collaboration April 2010 'One Stop Shop' for ICT goods & services 31 May 2010 Sprint ii Buying Solutions/HMRC Collaboration April 2010

Customer guidance

Please be reassured that the ICT team is on hand to assist all of our customers during this change over period. The varied nature and unique needs of each of our customers makes it difficult to provide general advice so please contact one of the team directly and they will provide you with individual support and guidance. Please call our customer service desk on 0345 410 2222 and ask to speak to one of the ICT team.

Scope of replacement frameworks

Please access the relevant links below for more information on the replacement frameworks.

Brand new ICT products and services

For further information on the brand new ICT products and services please access the below links.

Other existing ICT framework agreements

We have a range of existing arrangements to assist you with your ICT procurements:

Contact us

Customer service desk

Phone: 0345 410 2222

Email:  info@buyingsolutions.gsi.gov.uk