Are you taking advantage of TePAS 2?

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is continuously developing ways to make procurement simpler for central government, local government and other public sector organisations.

One of those ways is the Technology Products & Associated Services (TePAS 2) framework. Whether you’re familiar with the framework or not, there are some advantages you might not have realised.

10 ways the framework benefit buyers

  • A comprehensive range of technology products and services to fit a variety of purchase models and business needs.
  • Simplifies the buyer experience, especially for SaaS requirements.
  • 3 ways to buy: Further competition, direct award and catalogue
  • Sector-specific lots and suppliers.
  • Helps drive sustainability through end-to-end services for the lifecycle of technology products by working to the buy, upgrade, maintain and recycle principle.
  • No maximum call-off term.
  • Supply chain assurance through the CCS electronics watch affiliation which gives better transparency data regarding supply chain violations for modern slavery and rights infringement.
  • A variety of ways for you to get goods and services such as the leasing of goods, consumption models and as a service models, with guidance and support templates to support ease of use.
  • Social Value: Suppliers in compliance with the the Procurement Policy Note 06/20: ‘taking account of social value in the award of central government contracts’.
  • Carbon Reduction: Suppliers for this agreement have committed to comply with the Procurement Policy Note 06/21: ‘Taking account of Carbon Reduction Plans in the procurement of major government contracts’ as required. Our Carbon Reduction Plan can be found on this link as part of our Green Pledge.

And like a fine wine….

Since TePAS 2 was launched, the following improvements have also been made.

  • Expanded scope to encompass the full market offering to further improve upon our “one stop shop” framework strategy.
  • Sector-specific lots for health and education.
  • The new structure allows customers to easily combine more of their technology requirements into one agreement.

Where can Complete IT Systems help?

Complete IT Systems have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) TePAS agreement covering Lot 2 (hardware), Lot 3 (software) and Lot 8 (Technology Catalogue).

We have a team of specialists on hand to discuss your requirements, demo the solutions, discuss business benefits and if necessary help you understand how the framework helps you procure. To get in touch please contact us.

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Love your IT again this Valentine’s Day!

All businesses deserve better than a ‘bad IT romance’! Wouldn’t it be great to be able to love your IT again!

We’ve all been there. You start a new job or kick off a new project, and the honeymoon phase is glorious. The laptop is snappy, the Wi-Fi is flying, and your software feels like a soulmate. But fast-forward a few months, and the spark has gone. You’re staring at a spinning wheel of death, your cybersecurity feels like an open door, and you’re pretty sure the server room is making a crying sound.

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We know that “IT” is a broad term, which is why we’ve spent years mastering the different ways we can support you. If your current setup feels a bit dated, we can help you woo your workforce with the latest Hardware and Software solutions. We work with the biggest names in the industry—think Sophos, Microsoft, and Dell—to ensure you’re getting the best dates (and data) possible.

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So, how do we fix broken IT relationships?

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You shouldn’t have to “put up” with slow systems, constant glitches, or resellers that don’t give you the attention you deserve!. This February, give your business the gift of reliability. Let us take the stress out of your infrastructure so you can get back to doing what you love.

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Happy Valentine’s Day from the team at Complete IT Systems!

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Complete IT Systems’ team of experts are on hand to help you get the most from your existing technology investments, or help you change it up. Contact us today to discuss your requirements.