SUPC’s Computing Group allows members to discuss key topics of interest regarding the procurement of computer hardware and software including desktops, laptops, storage, computer accessories, networking equipment and services, and software and printers.

Membership in this group is open to:
  • IT, ICT, print and office supplies department staff
  • Procurement and finance specialists
 
By participating in this group, members will:
  • Discuss trends and share operational best practice for computing
  • Exchange feedback on supplier and contract performance
  • Discuss sustainable computing products and practice
  • Receive guidance on available collaborative agreements 
  • Discuss supplier, market and product developments
  • Have access to email distribution lists for easy discussion with colleagues 

This group meets two to three times per year.  To see when the next Computing Group Meeting is taking place, visit our Events page.

Key Personnel

Position Name Telephone Email
Contract Manager Mark Lewis 0118 378 4304 m.r.lewis@reading.ac.uk

Frameworks & lots

Frameworks Lots Start date End date
Shared Datacentre, Jisc
14/07/2014 13/07/2024
Similarity Detection Systems and Associated Services
01/09/2017 30/04/2024
eProcurement System 16/09/2019 15/09/2024
Telephony Purchasing Services, Jisc
02/12/2019 01/12/2024
IT Related Accessories and Parts (ITRAP) 2020
03/02/2020 31/08/2024
Library Management Systems and Associated Services 16/04/2020 15/08/2024
Online Streaming and Training Services (ITS1035AP) 30/10/2020 29/10/2022
Software Licence Resellers (SLRA) 22/02/2021 21/02/2025
Printers and Managed Print Services (Nepa2) 01/03/2021 28/02/2025
EPOS Hardware and Software Systems CAT11054-TU 15/04/2021 14/04/2024
Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Systems and Associated Services
22/04/2021 15/06/2025
Apple Equipment, Accessories and Associated Services
01/11/2021 31/10/2024
Delivery App
03/12/2021 03/12/2030
IT Equipment Reuse Recycling and Disposal
15/01/2022 14/01/2025
eMarketplace to Facilitate Tailend Spend
10/01/2022 09/01/2025
Short Message Service (SMS) txt, Jisc
01/05/2022 30/04/2024
Desktops and Notebooks (NDNA) 01/11/2022 31/10/2025
SSSNA - Servers, Storage & Solutions National Agreement 01/02/2023 31/01/2025
Student Management Systems and Associated Services 19/01/2023 20/01/2025
Alumni and Fundraising CRM
20/03/2023 19/03/2025
Networking – HE, Supply & Services 2 (HENSS2) ITS2008NE 06/06/2023 05/06/2025
Engagement (Business to business) CRM
01/08/2023 31/07/2025
Engagement (Business to business) CRM
01/08/2023 31/07/2025
Data Centre Equipment & Infrastructure – Supply, Installation & Management (2024)
14/02/2024 13/02/2026
Mobile Phones - Ethically Sourced
17/02/2024 16/02/2027

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