National charities FRAMEWORK
SUMMARY
The National Charities Framework For Multifunctional Devices and Associated Print Services and Supplies REF: CPC/DU/MFD/03A comprises two lots, the 1st lot offers traditional services for procuring multi-functional devices such as printers and photocopiers in a fast and efficient manner. The 2nd lot offers strategic solutions for developing new digital infrastructures that can transform/streamline business processes and efficiencies.
Lot 1 - Multifunctional Devices and Associated Services and Supplies
This Lot provides access to a comprehensive range of multifunctional devices and associated supplies and services; maximising the latest hardware, software and services to deliver efficient and effective solutions that meet the entire printing needs of the customer.Lot 1 Suppliers
AgilicoAltodigital Networks Limited
Apogee Corporation Limited (HP Public Sector)
Arena Group Limited
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Limited
Kyocera Document Solutions (UK) Limited
Ricoh UK Limited
Sharp Business Systems UK Plc
Toshiba Tec UK Imaging Systems Limited
Vision (Office Automation) Limited
Lot 2 Suppliers
AgilicoApogee Corporation Limited (HP Public Sector)
Canon UK Limited
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Limited
Kyocera Document Solutions (UK) Limited
Ricoh UK Limited
Sharp Business Systems UK Plc
Swiss Post Solutions Limited
Toshiba Tec UK Imaging Systems Limited
Xerox UK Limited
Document Library
Further documentation can be downloaded including:
How to Use the Framework
How do organisations buy from the framework? This can be done in one of two ways:
Direct Award
Direct Award is an option under all framework Lots. Direct Award takes place where a framework user direct awards business to a supplier without the supplier having to engage in a further competitive process to win the contract. Where Direct Award is undertaken, framework users must do so in keeping with the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Basic advice and guidance upon placing a direct award can be obtained from the Help Desk info@mfdframework.co.uk and within the User Guide (section 3.1).
Further Competition
Framework users can engage suppliers in a further competition on all framework Lots. When engaging in a further competition exercise, organisations must invite all the suppliers, from within the respective Lot from which they are purchasing, to participate in the further competition. All suppliers within the respective lot must be given the opportunity to engage in a further competition. Whereas all suppliers must be given the opportunity to engage in the further competition, they are not obliged to submit a quotation and may decide not to submit a bid under the further competition. This doesn’t invalidate your further competition.