Union des Groupements d'Achats Publics has awarded an €87M framework for desktop computers, workstations, refurbished desktop computers and related services to Computacenter France, Econocom Groupemen

Union des Groupements d'Achats Publics (UGAP), a public undertaking controlled by a central government authority operating in general public services, has awarded a framework agreement for desktop computers, workstations, refurbished desktop computers and related services (Micro-ordinateurs de bureau, stations de travail, micro-ordinateurs de bureau reconditionnés et prestations associées) to multiple suppliers. The maximum framework value in this notice is €87,000,000.00, covering desktop computers, central processing units for microcomputers, workstations and microcomputer hardware across six lots. The framework agreement is to be executed by purchase orders and operates with reopening of competition. The contract was awarded following an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU.

Introduction

Union des Groupements d'Achats Publics (UGAP), a public undertaking controlled by a central government authority operating in general public services, has conducted an open procedure for desktop computers, workstations, refurbished desktop computers and related services. The procurement is an agreement framework to be executed by purchase orders. The procurement is divided into six lots: LOT-0001 (Standard desktop computers, low-profile case), LOT-0002 (Graphics-upgradable desktop computers, low-profile case and mini-tower case), LOT-0003 (Workstations), LOT-0004 (All-in-one computers), LOT-0005 (Computers under Mac OS environment), and LOT-0006 (Refurbished desktop computers). The estimated value of the procurement is €87,000,000.00. The maximum lot values are: LOT-0001 €150,000,000.00 HT; LOT-0002 €400,000,000.00 HT; LOT-0003 €250,000,000.00 HT; LOT-0004 €30,000,000.00 HT; LOT-0005 €20,000,000.00 HT; LOT-0006 €20,000,000.00 HT.

The procurement is not financed with EU funds but is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). Strategic procurement includes an approach to reducing environmental impacts (Other) and a social objective promoted (Other). The evaluation criteria vary by lot and include quality of service, technical value, sustainable development performance, and price, with weightings ranging from 10% to 70% for each criterion. The framework agreement operates with reopening of competition. The contract includes two renewals. Tenders received: 4 (LOT-0001), 3 (LOT-0002), 3 (LOT-0003), 3 (LOT-0004), 3 (LOT-0005), 7 (LOT-0006). Winners include Computacenter France (Rank 1 for LOT-0001, LOT-0002 and LOT-0003); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2 for all six lots, Rank 1 for LOT-0004); Inmac Wstore (Rank 2 for LOT-0004); Heliaq (Rank 1 for LOT-0005); and Printerrea (Rank 1 for LOT-0006). No subcontracting was declared. Contracts were concluded on 18 August 2026. The contract is awarded within a framework agreement. The maximum framework value in this notice is €87,000,000.00.

Why This Contract Matters

This framework ensures that UGAP and its member authorities have access to a broad range of desktop computers, workstations, refurbished computers and related services.

This contract matters because it:

• Supports Public Sector IT: Provides desktop computers, workstations and related services
• Significant Value: €87,000,000.00 maximum framework value in this notice
• Six Lots: Standard desktops, graphics-upgradable desktops, workstations, all-in-one computers, Mac OS computers, and refurbished desktops
• Balanced Evaluation: Quality of service, technical value, sustainable development and price
• Competition: 3 to 7 tenders per lot
• Large Providers: Winners include large enterprises and one SME
• No Subcontracting: No subcontracting declared

Contract Timeline

• Contracts concluded: 18 August 2026
• Maximum renewals: 2
• Notice published: 29 September 2026 (OJ S 188/2026)
• Notice dispatch date: 28 September 2026
• Previous notice: 7508-2026

Contract Overview

Union des Groupements d'Achats Publics conducted an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU.

Key features include:

• Six lots: LOT-0001 to LOT-0006
• Estimated value: €87,000,000.00
• Maximum framework value in this notice: €87,000,000.00
• Maximum lot values: LOT-0001 €150M; LOT-0002 €400M; LOT-0003 €250M; LOT-0004 €30M; LOT-0005 €20M; LOT-0006 €20M
• Maximum renewals: 2
• Framework type: Framework agreement, with reopening of competition
• Evaluation: Quality of service, Technical value, Sustainable development performance, and Price
• Winners: Computacenter France; Econocom Groupement; Inmac Wstore; Heliaq; Printerrea
• Subcontracting: No
• No EU funding
• Covered by GPA: Yes
• Strategic procurement: Approach to reducing environmental impacts (Other); social objective promoted (Other)

Key Contract Details

• Main classification: 30213300 Desktop computer
• Additional classification: 30215100 Central processing units for microcomputers; 30214000 Workstations; 30215000 Microcomputer hardware
• Place of performance: France (various locations)
• Procedure identifier: 39bfc844-4063-4826-af26-91da0fd393c0
• Internal identifier: 25U016
• Type of procedure: Open
• Accelerated procedure: No
• Legal basis: Directive 2014/24/EU
• Review body: Tribunal administratif de Melun
• Mediation organisation: Union des Groupements d'Achats Public

Lot Structure

LOT-0001 – Standard Desktop Computers, Low-Profile Case

• Internal identifier: 1
• Maximum lot value: €150,000,000.00 HT
• Awarded value: €15,000,000.00
• Winners: Computacenter France (Rank 1, Contract 417775); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2, Contract 417781)
• Tenders received: 4 (submitted electronically)
• Contract concluded: 18 August 2026
• Maximum renewals: 2
• Evaluation: Quality of service (15%), Technical value (15%), Sustainable development (10%), Price (60%)

LOT-0002 – Graphics-Upgradable Desktop Computers, Low-Profile and Mini-Tower Cases

• Internal identifier: 2
• Maximum lot value: €400,000,000.00 HT
• Awarded value: €40,000,000.00
• Winners: Computacenter France (Rank 1, Contract 417776); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2, Contract 417782)
• Tenders received: 3 (submitted electronically)
• Contract concluded: 18 August 2026
• Maximum renewals: 2
• Evaluation: Quality of service (20%), Technical value (20%), Sustainable development (10%), Price (50%)

LOT-0003 – Workstations

• Internal identifier: 3
• Maximum lot value: €250,000,000.00 HT
• Awarded value: €25,000,000.00
• Winners: Computacenter France (Rank 1, Contract 417777); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2, Contract 417783)
• Tenders received: 3 (submitted electronically)
• Contract concluded: 18 August 2026
• Maximum renewals: 2
• Evaluation: Technical value (25%), Quality of service (20%), Sustainable development (10%), Price (45%)

LOT-0004 – All-in-One Computers

• Internal identifier: 4
• Maximum lot value: €30,000,000.00 HT
• Awarded value: €3,000,000.00
• Winners: Econocom Groupement (Rank 1, Contract 417778); Inmac Wstore (Rank 2, Contract 417784)
• Tenders received: 3 (submitted electronically)
• Contract concluded: 18 August 2026
• Maximum renewals: 2
• Evaluation: Quality of service (20%), Technical value (20%), Sustainable development (10%), Price (50%)

LOT-0005 – Computers under Mac OS Environment

• Internal identifier: 5
• Maximum lot value: €20,000,000.00 HT
• Awarded value: €2,000,000.00
• Winners: Heliaq (Rank 1, Contract 417779); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2, Contract 417785)
• Tenders received: 3 (submitted electronically)
• Contract concluded: 18 August 2026
• Maximum renewals: 2
• Evaluation: Quality of service (20%), Sustainable development (10%), Price (70%)

LOT-0006 – Refurbished Desktop Computers

• Internal identifier: 6
• Maximum lot value: €20,000,000.00 HT
• Awarded value: €2,000,000.00
• Winners: Printerrea (Rank 1, Contract 417780); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2, Contract 417786)
• Tenders received: 7 (submitted electronically)
• Contract concluded: 18 August 2026
• Maximum renewals: 2
• Evaluation: Quality of service (25%), Sustainable development (15%), Price (60%)

Lot Summary Table

Lot	Title	Max Value (€)	Winner	Tenders
1	Standard Desktop Computers, Low-Profile Case	150,000,000.00	Computacenter France (Rank 1); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2)	4
2	Graphics-Upgradable Desktop Computers, Low-Profile and Mini-Tower Cases	400,000,000.00	Computacenter France (Rank 1); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2)	3
3	Workstations	250,000,000.00	Computacenter France (Rank 1); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2)	3
4	All-in-One Computers	30,000,000.00	Econocom Groupement (Rank 1); Inmac Wstore (Rank 2)	3
5	Computers under Mac OS Environment	20,000,000.00	Heliaq (Rank 1); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2)	3
6	Refurbished Desktop Computers	20,000,000.00	Printerrea (Rank 1); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2)	7
Total		87,000,000.00

Scope of Supply

The framework covers the following supplies:

• Standard Desktop Computers: Standard desktop computers with low-profile case
• Graphics-Upgradable Desktop Computers: Desktop computers upgradeable in graphics, low-profile case and mini-tower case
• Workstations: Workstations
• All-in-One Computers: All-in-one computers
• Mac OS Computers: Computers under Mac OS environment
• Refurbished Desktop Computers: Refurbished desktop computers
• Desktop Computer: Equipment under CPV 30213300
• Central Processing Units for Microcomputers: Units under CPV 30215100
• Workstations: Equipment under CPV 30214000
• Microcomputer Hardware: Hardware under CPV 30215000
• Related Services: Associated services

Special Procurement Conditions

• Framework Agreement: Agreement framework to be executed by purchase orders (accord-cadre à exécuter à bons de commande)
• Framework With Reopening: Framework agreement, with reopening of competition
• Renewal: Maximum of 2 renewals; the renewal arrangements are specified in the consultation documents
• Estimated Amounts: The amounts indicated in the contract award section correspond to the estimated amounts in EUR HT for the lot over the total contract duration, including renewals
• Maximum Lot Values: LOT-0001 €150,000,000.00 HT; LOT-0002 €400,000,000.00 HT; LOT-0003 €250,000,000.00 HT; LOT-0004 €30,000,000.00 HT; LOT-0005 €20,000,000.00 HT; LOT-0006 €20,000,000.00 HT
• Groupement: Econocom Products & Solutions Mandataire; Econocom Services & Solutions Cotraitant 1; Econocom Factory Cotraitant 2; contracts concerned: 417778, 417781, 417782, 417783, 417785, 417786
• Strategic Procurement: Approach to reducing environmental impacts (Other); social objective promoted (Other)
• No Subcontracting: No subcontracting declared by winners
• Document Access: The contract may be consulted on request at the UGAP headquarters, subject to secrets protected by law

About the Contracting Authority

Union des Groupements d'Achats Publics (UGAP) is a public undertaking controlled by a central government authority operating in general public services in France.

• Legal type: Public undertaking, controlled by a central government authority
• Activity: General public services
• Registration number: 84051
• Location: Marne La Vallée, Seine-et-Marne, France (NUTS: FR102)
• Address: 1, boulevard Archimède Champs-sur-Marne, 77444 Marne La Vallée
• Contact point: JOSSA Edward
• Email: ugapdirect@ugap.fr
• Telephone: 0164732000
• Fax: 0164732020
• Internet address: http://www.ugap.fr

About the Winning Suppliers

Computacenter France – Large enterprise, Roissy Charles de Gaulle Cedex, France (NUTS: FR108); Winner of LOT-0001, LOT-0002 and LOT-0003 (Rank 1)

Econocom Groupement – Large enterprise, Puteaux, France (NUTS: FR105); Winner of LOT-0001, LOT-0002, LOT-0003, LOT-0004, LOT-0005 and LOT-0006; Rank 1 for LOT-0004; Rank 2 for all other lots

Inmac Wstore – Large enterprise, Roissy en France, France (NUTS: FR108); Winner of LOT-0004 (Rank 2)

Heliaq – Large enterprise, Le Haillan, France (NUTS: FRI12); Winner of LOT-0005 (Rank 1)

Printerrea – SME, Vernouillet, France (NUTS: FRB02); Winner of LOT-0006 (Rank 1)

Evaluation Criteria

LOT-0001:

• Quality of Service (15%): Qualité de service
• Technical Value (15%): Valeur technique
• Sustainable Development (10%): Performance en matière de développement durable
• Price (60%): Prix

LOT-0002 and LOT-0004:

• Quality of Service (20%): Qualité de service
• Technical Value (20%): Valeur technique
• Sustainable Development (10%): Performance en matière de développement durable
• Price (50%): Prix

LOT-0003:

• Technical Value (25%): Valeur technique
• Quality of Service (20%): Qualité de service
• Sustainable Development (10%): Performance en matière de développement durable
• Price (45%): Prix

LOT-0005:

• Quality of Service (20%): Qualité de service
• Sustainable Development (10%): Performance en matière de développement durable
• Price (70%): Prix

LOT-0006:

• Quality of Service (25%): Qualité de service
• Sustainable Development (15%): Performance en matière de développement durable
• Price (60%): Prix

Procurement Analysis

• Procedure: Open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU
• Competition: 4 tenders (LOT-0001); 3 tenders (LOT-0002); 3 tenders (LOT-0003); 3 tenders (LOT-0004); 3 tenders (LOT-0005); 7 tenders (LOT-0006)
• Subcontracting: No subcontracting declared
• No EU funding: The procurement was not financed with EU funds
• Framework agreement: Framework agreement, with reopening of competition
• No dynamic purchasing system used
• Accelerated procedure: No
• Strategic procurement: Approach to reducing environmental impacts (Other); social objective promoted (Other)
• Review body: Tribunal administratif de Melun
• Call for competition terminated: The call for competition has been terminated (contracts awarded)

Additional Procurement Facts

• The contract is covered by the WTO's Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
• No EU funds were used for this procurement
• The estimated value is €87,000,000.00
• The maximum framework value in this notice is €87,000,000.00
• The procurement is divided into six lots
• Evaluation criteria vary by lot and include quality of service, technical value, sustainable development and price
• 3 to 7 tenders were received per lot
• Winners include large enterprises and one SME
• No subcontracting was declared
• The contract includes two renewals
• The contracts were concluded on 18 August 2026
• The framework agreement is to be executed by purchase orders
• This notice concerns contracts 417775 to 417786

Market & Industry Perspective

The French public sector IT hardware market features a mix of large IT resellers and specialised suppliers. Desktop computers, workstations and related services are essential for public sector operations and digital transformation.

Key trends in this market include:

• Balanced evaluation: Quality of service, technical value, sustainable development and price
• Large providers: Dominance of large IT resellers
• SME participation: One SME winner (Printerrea for LOT-0006)
• Multi-lot structure: Six lots covering different computer types
• Refurbished computers: Separate lot for refurbished desktop computers
• Sustainable development: Sustainable development performance as an evaluation criterion
• Framework with reopening: Framework agreement with reopening of competition

Economic Significance

At €87,000,000.00 maximum framework value in this notice, this framework represents a significant investment in desktop computers, workstations, refurbished computers and related services for UGAP and its member authorities. The contract will:

• Support Public Sector IT: Provide desktop computers, workstations and related services
• Support Both Large Enterprises and SMEs: Winners include large enterprises and one SME
• Provide Long-Term Stability: Framework with two renewals
• Ensure Product Availability: Multi-lot framework across six computer types
• Enable Digital Transformation: Modern IT equipment for public sector
• Support Sustainable Development: Sustainable development performance as an evaluation criterion and refurbished computers lot

Future Procurement Opportunities

With this framework now in place, future opportunities include:

• Re-tender: Expected after the framework period including renewals
• Related Equipment: Additional desktop computers, workstations and IT hardware
• Subcontracting: Potential opportunities with framework winners
• Other Public Sector Projects: Similar IT hardware procurement opportunities
• Renewals: Two renewals may create further opportunities

Opportunities for Suppliers

While this contract is awarded, opportunities remain for IT hardware suppliers:

• Re-tender: Prepare for future procurement cycles
• Subcontracting: Potential opportunities with framework winners
• Related Equipment: Other desktop computers, workstations and IT hardware
• Other French Public Bodies: Similar IT hardware procurements
• Renewals: Monitor renewal opportunities

What Businesses Should Watch

• UGAP's future procurement notices
• Other French public sector IT hardware tenders
• Desktop computer and workstation market trends
• Changes to French procurement regulations
• Sustainable development requirements in IT procurement
• Refurbished computer market opportunities

FranceTenders.com Procurement Intelligence

This desktop computer and workstation framework is a notable example of French public sector procurement. Several features stand out:

• Scale: €87M maximum framework value in this notice
• Balanced evaluation: Quality of service, technical value, sustainable development and price
• Large winners: Computacenter France, Econocom Groupement, Inmac Wstore, Heliaq
• SME winner: Printerrea (LOT-0006)
• Six lots: Standard desktops, graphics-upgradable desktops, workstations, all-in-one computers, Mac OS computers, and refurbished desktops
• Competition: 3 to 7 tenders per lot
• Renewable framework: Two renewals
• Strategic procurement: Approach to reducing environmental impacts; social objective promoted

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of:

• Quality of service: 15-25% quality of service-based evaluation
• Technical value: 15-25% technical value-based evaluation (where applicable)
• Sustainable development: 10-15% sustainable development-based evaluation
• Competitive pricing: 45-70% price-based evaluation
• IT hardware expertise: Ability to supply desktop computers, workstations and related services
• Public sector experience: Understanding of French public sector IT requirements
• Refurbished computer capability: For LOT-0006
• Mac OS capability: For LOT-0005

Supplier Takeaways

• Ensure high quality of service – 15-25% of evaluation is quality of service-based
• Demonstrate technical value – 15-25% of evaluation is technical value-based (where applicable)
• Showcase sustainable development – 10-15% of evaluation is sustainable development-based
• Offer competitive pricing – 45-70% of evaluation is price-based
• Demonstrate IT hardware supply capability
• Develop public sector experience with French public bodies
• Showcase refurbished computer capability for LOT-0006
• Monitor UGAP and French public sector procurement opportunities

Key Takeaways

• Union des Groupements d'Achats Publics awarded an €87,000,000.00 framework for desktop computers, workstations, refurbished computers and related services
• Six lots: LOT-0001 (standard desktops), LOT-0002 (graphics-upgradable desktops), LOT-0003 (workstations), LOT-0004 (all-in-one computers), LOT-0005 (Mac OS computers), LOT-0006 (refurbished desktops)
• Maximum lot values: €150M (LOT-0001), €400M (LOT-0002), €250M (LOT-0003), €30M (LOT-0004), €20M (LOT-0005), €20M (LOT-0006)
• Evaluation: Quality of service, technical value, sustainable development and price (weightings vary by lot)
• 3 to 7 tenders received per lot
• Winners: Computacenter France (Rank 1 for LOT-0001, LOT-0002, LOT-0003); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2 for all six lots, Rank 1 for LOT-0004); Inmac Wstore (Rank 2 for LOT-0004); Heliaq (Rank 1 for LOT-0005); Printerrea (Rank 1 for LOT-0006)
• Winners include large enterprises and one SME
• No subcontracting declared
• No EU funding
• Covered by GPA: Yes
• Framework with reopening of competition
• Two renewals
• Contracts concluded on 18 August 2026

Conclusion

This desktop computer and workstation framework ensures that UGAP and its member authorities have access to a broad range of IT hardware from qualified suppliers. By awarding the framework across six lots to Computacenter France, Econocom Groupement, Inmac Wstore, Heliaq and Printerrea, UGAP secures a diverse panel with the capability to deliver standard desktops, graphics-upgradable desktops, workstations, all-in-one computers, Mac OS computers and refurbished desktops.

The balanced evaluation criteria (quality of service, technical value, sustainable development and price) reflect the multi-dimensional nature of IT hardware procurement, where both quality and cost are important differentiators among qualified suppliers. The six-lot structure, the two renewals and the sustainable development criterion reflect the specific operational and strategic context of the French public sector's IT needs.

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of quality of service, technical value, sustainable development, competitive pricing, IT hardware expertise, public sector experience, refurbished computer capability and Mac OS capability in winning French public sector IT hardware contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Union des Groupements d'Achats Publics (UGAP)?

Ans: A public undertaking controlled by a central government authority operating in general public services in France, a public procurement grouping.

Q: What is the value of the framework?

Ans: Maximum framework value in this notice €87,000,000.00. Maximum lot values: LOT-0001 €150M; LOT-0002 €400M; LOT-0003 €250M; LOT-0004 €30M; LOT-0005 €20M; LOT-0006 €20M.

Q: Who are the winners?

Ans: Computacenter France (Rank 1 for LOT-0001, LOT-0002, LOT-0003); Econocom Groupement (Rank 2 for all six lots, Rank 1 for LOT-0004); Inmac Wstore (Rank 2 for LOT-0004); Heliaq (Rank 1 for LOT-0005); Printerrea (Rank 1 for LOT-0006).

Q: What equipment is covered?

Ans: Desktop computers, workstations, refurbished desktop computers and related services across six lots.

Q: What were the evaluation criteria?

Ans: Quality of service, technical value, sustainable development and price (weightings vary by lot: 10-70% for each criterion).

Q: How many tenders were received?

Ans: 4 tenders (LOT-0001); 3 tenders (LOT-0002); 3 tenders (LOT-0003); 3 tenders (LOT-0004); 3 tenders (LOT-0005); 7 tenders (LOT-0006).

Q: Is this contract funded by the EU?

Ans: No, the procurement is not financed with EU funds.

Q: What is the review body?

Ans: Tribunal administratif de Melun.

Q: What is the lot structure?

Ans: Six lots – LOT-0001 (standard desktops, low-profile case), LOT-0002 (graphics-upgradable desktops, low-profile and mini-tower cases), LOT-0003 (workstations), LOT-0004 (all-in-one computers), LOT-0005 (Mac OS computers), LOT-0006 (refurbished desktops).

Q: Is subcontracting allowed?

Ans: No subcontracting was declared by the winners.

Q: How many renewals are possible?

Ans: Maximum of 2 renewals; the renewal arrangements are specified in the consultation documents.

Q: What is the Econocom Groupement composition?

Ans: Econocom Products & Solutions Mandataire; Econocom Services & Solutions Cotraitant 1; Econocom Factory Cotraitant 2.

Q: What strategic procurement objectives apply?

Ans: An approach to reducing environmental impacts (Other) and a social objective promoted (Other).

Source: EU Official Journal, Contract Award Notice 669664-2026, OJ S 188/2026, published 29 September 2026.

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