Tenders/IT Hardware Reseller Framework

IT Hardware Reseller Framework

NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED

Published: Oct 16, 2026

Updated: Oct 16, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the information and communication technology and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Hardware, Network Infrastructure, Cybersecurity and IT support. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the information and communication technology sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

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.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on October 16, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 098209-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED

NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED has issued 59 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 7 currently open and 13 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Energy & Power, Information & Communication Technology, and Governance & Public Administration. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: October 16, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 098209-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.