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Corrigendum-IT Hardware Reseller Framework
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National Grid is establishing a Hardware Reseller Framework to secure a strategic, value‑driven route to market for the procurement of IT hardware and related services across its UK and US operations. The framework will cover a broad spectrum of requirements including network infrastructure, cyber‑security equipment, servers, device licensing, warranty and lifecycle management, as well as technical support and value‑added services that support the company’s evolving technology estate.
The procurement will be conducted as a multi‑stage competitive process under PA23, beginning with pre‑qualification requirements and a minimum‑requirements assessment, followed by detailed qualification, shortlisting for invitation to tender, evaluation, negotiation and down‑selection, and ultimately contract award. A limited number of reseller partners will be appointed to supply leading OEM technologies and deliver competitive commercial offerings that provide supply‑chain resilience, asset visibility, governance, sustainability benefits and scalable support across National Grid’s assets. Separate UK and US framework agreements will be awarded, and the contract will initially run for three years with potential successive two‑year extensions, up to a maximum of eight years at National Grid’s discretion.
All supplied IT hardware must meet relevant OEM specifications and comply with National Grid’s cybersecurity and lifecycle management standards.
Description
National Grid is establishing a Hardware Reseller Framework to provide a strategic, value-driven route to market for the procurement of IT hardware and associated services across its UK and US businesses. The framework will cover requirements including but not limited to network infrastructure, cyber security equipment, servers, device licensing, warranty and lifecycle management, technical support, and related value-added services.
A limited number of reseller partners will be appointed to supply leading OEM technologies and deliver competitive commercial offerings, supply chain resilience, asset visibility, governance, sustainability benefits, and scalable support for National Grid's evolving technology estate.
This procurement is being conducted as a multi-stage competitive process under PA23 and is expected to comprise: (1) pre-requisites for participation and minimum requirements assessment (Phase 1) , (2) detailed qualification, (3) shortlisting for the Invitation to Tender (RFP) stage, (4) tender evaluation, (5) negotiation and/or down-selection of bidders, and (6) contract award. National Grid reserves the right to refine evaluation criteria and methodologies during the procurement process in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and the principles set out within the procurement documentation.
Whilst the procurement is being managed as a single exercise covering both UK and US requirements, any resulting arrangements will be awarded through separate UK and US framework agreements. The indicative value of the US opportunity is approximately an additional £100 million over the maximum eight-year term. This value is provided for transparency only, is separate from the UK framework value stated in this notice, and does not constitute a commitment or guarantee of expenditure.
Contract location: UK
Communication: Tender responses must be submitted via SAP Ariba. Suppliers will need to register on the platform in order to participate in the procurement process. Ariba registration must be completed by 19 October 2026. If you have not already done so in response to the Planned Procurement Notice, please complete the following form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=U2qK-fMlEkKQHMd4f800lSDWbBzGrHJCjeBok5gv4pNUNzk4NkdJVjY5TjhRMElRT1NaS0JLUkpRQS4u&route=shorturl The procurement will follow a two-stage pre-qualification process, with suppliers successfully progressing through these stages being invited to the RFP phase. Suppliers are requested to register their interest by 19th October 2026 to enable Ariba onboarding and secure access to the documents. Registration is an administrative access step and is not an evaluated stage. Suppliers that miss this date should contact National Grid promptly. Access may be facilitated where reasonably practicable before the submission deadline.
Amendments:
Other additional information: Hello, Please note that the following changes have been made to this existing IT Hardware Reseller Tender Notice. - Competitive flexible procedure description: updated to clarify the process of the tender. - Procurement reference: Added - Procurement description: updated to provide an enhanced understanding of the tender. - Description of extensions: updated to provide clarity - Deadline for requests to participate: updated to 09th November 2026, 10:00am. - Submission address and any special instructions: updated to clarify registration process and request registration of interest by 19th October 2026.
Deadline for requests to participate: 2026-11-09T10:00:00Z
Submission address and any special instructions: Tender responses must be submitted via SAP Ariba. Suppliers will need to register on the platform in order to participate in the procurement process. Ariba registration must be completed by 19 October 2026. If you have not already done so in response to the Planned Procurement Notice, please complete the following form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=U2qK-fMlEkKQHMd4f800lSDWbBzGrHJCjeBok5gv4pNUNzk4NkdJVjY5TjhRMElRT1NaS0JLUkpRQS4u&route=shorturl The procurement will follow a two-stage pre-qualification process, with suppliers successfully progressing through these stages being invited to the RFP phase. Suppliers are requested to register their interest by 19th October 2026 to enable Ariba onboarding and secure access to the documents. Registration is an administrative access step and is not an evaluated stage. Suppliers that miss this date should contact National Grid promptly. Access may be facilitated where reasonably practicable before the submission deadline.
Tenders may be submitted electronically: allowed
Award decision date (estimated): 2027-03-31T23:59:59+01:00
Lot: 1
Lot value (estimated)
100.000.000,00 GBP excluding VAT
120.000.000,00 GBP including VAT
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals: Contract will initially run on a 3 year term + a single 2 year term extension with additional 1 year increments up to a maximum of 8 years, at National Grid's discretion.
Award criteria:
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted: En
A limited number of reseller partners will be appointed to supply leading OEM technologies and deliver competitive commercial offerings, supply chain resilience, asset visibility, governance, sustainability benefits, and scalable support for National Grid's evolving technology estate.
This procurement is being conducted as a multi-stage competitive process under PA23 and is expected to comprise: (1) pre-requisites for participation and minimum requirements assessment (Phase 1) , (2) detailed qualification, (3) shortlisting for the Invitation to Tender (RFP) stage, (4) tender evaluation, (5) negotiation and/or down-selection of bidders, and (6) contract award. National Grid reserves the right to refine evaluation criteria and methodologies during the procurement process in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and the principles set out within the procurement documentation.
Whilst the procurement is being managed as a single exercise covering both UK and US requirements, any resulting arrangements will be awarded through separate UK and US framework agreements. The indicative value of the US opportunity is approximately an additional £100 million over the maximum eight-year term. This value is provided for transparency only, is separate from the UK framework value stated in this notice, and does not constitute a commitment or guarantee of expenditure.
Contract location: UK
Communication: Tender responses must be submitted via SAP Ariba. Suppliers will need to register on the platform in order to participate in the procurement process. Ariba registration must be completed by 19 October 2026. If you have not already done so in response to the Planned Procurement Notice, please complete the following form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=U2qK-fMlEkKQHMd4f800lSDWbBzGrHJCjeBok5gv4pNUNzk4NkdJVjY5TjhRMElRT1NaS0JLUkpRQS4u&route=shorturl The procurement will follow a two-stage pre-qualification process, with suppliers successfully progressing through these stages being invited to the RFP phase. Suppliers are requested to register their interest by 19th October 2026 to enable Ariba onboarding and secure access to the documents. Registration is an administrative access step and is not an evaluated stage. Suppliers that miss this date should contact National Grid promptly. Access may be facilitated where reasonably practicable before the submission deadline.
Amendments:
Other additional information: Hello, Please note that the following changes have been made to this existing IT Hardware Reseller Tender Notice. - Competitive flexible procedure description: updated to clarify the process of the tender. - Procurement reference: Added - Procurement description: updated to provide an enhanced understanding of the tender. - Description of extensions: updated to provide clarity - Deadline for requests to participate: updated to 09th November 2026, 10:00am. - Submission address and any special instructions: updated to clarify registration process and request registration of interest by 19th October 2026.
Deadline for requests to participate: 2026-11-09T10:00:00Z
Submission address and any special instructions: Tender responses must be submitted via SAP Ariba. Suppliers will need to register on the platform in order to participate in the procurement process. Ariba registration must be completed by 19 October 2026. If you have not already done so in response to the Planned Procurement Notice, please complete the following form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=U2qK-fMlEkKQHMd4f800lSDWbBzGrHJCjeBok5gv4pNUNzk4NkdJVjY5TjhRMElRT1NaS0JLUkpRQS4u&route=shorturl The procurement will follow a two-stage pre-qualification process, with suppliers successfully progressing through these stages being invited to the RFP phase. Suppliers are requested to register their interest by 19th October 2026 to enable Ariba onboarding and secure access to the documents. Registration is an administrative access step and is not an evaluated stage. Suppliers that miss this date should contact National Grid promptly. Access may be facilitated where reasonably practicable before the submission deadline.
Tenders may be submitted electronically: allowed
Award decision date (estimated): 2027-03-31T23:59:59+01:00
Lot: 1
Lot value (estimated)
100.000.000,00 GBP excluding VAT
120.000.000,00 GBP including VAT
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals: Contract will initially run on a 3 year term + a single 2 year term extension with additional 1 year increments up to a maximum of 8 years, at National Grid's discretion.
Award criteria:
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial & Compliance | cost | 25% |
| Supply Chain & Fulfillment | quality | 18% |
| OEM Coverage and partner status | quality | 15% |
| Account Management and Governance | quality | 15% |
| Life Cycle/Asset Management | quality | 15% |
| Technical Capability & Pre-sales | quality | 10% |
| Sustainability | quality | 2% |
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted: En
Details
Status:
Open
Procedure type:
Other / Multiple Stage Procedures
Sectors:
30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies
48800000 - Information systems and servers
51600000 - Installation services of computers and office equipment
Place of origin:
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Places of performance:
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
United States of America
Deadline:
Nov 9, 2026, 10:00 AM
Contract duration:
Start date: 01 April 2027, End date: 31 March 2030
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