Hands Free Computing have now been accepted as a supplier on the Sprint ii framework through SCC – the largest independent IT group - to enable us to serve our public sector clients better than ever.

The Sprint ii framework agreement developed in consultation with Buying Solutions (The Government Procurement Service) and their public sector customers, provides a convenient ‘one-stop-shop’ for a range of IT products and services. 

The framework agreement has been structured so that IT products and services in the context of the four areas below can be quickly and efficiently procured, with the benefit of the online catalogue while standard terms and conditions provide the important contractual safeguards you need.

Products and Services

The products and services available under Sprint ii fall in to four broad categories, Hardware, Software, Infrastructure (including Networks & Telecommunications) and IT Services.

• Hardware to include, but not limited to the provision and configuration of mainframe, mid-range, mini computers, PC’s, laptops, netbooks and peripheral equipment, audio-visual equipment and associated consumables and related services. Also to include consumables and hardware disposal and recycling up to security level IL5.  

• Software to include, but not limited to Software Applications, including Open Source, Software Licences, Software Upgrade, Software-related Services, Software Support Services, Software Development Services, Software Maintenance Services, Software Implementation Services, Software Reproduction Services, Software Configuration Services, Hosted Services, Software as a Service (SaaS), Data Services, ESCROW and Managed Services.

• Infrastructure & Networks to include, but not limited to provision and management of voice, data and combined (IP) and VOIP equipment and link provision across all transmission methods, e.g. wire, fibre, satellite and radio. To include local, campus and wide area networks as well as all equipment and services supporting and facilitating the network. 

• Services to include, but not limited to, installation, maintenance and management of any of the above mentioned items. Also to include same for infrastructure required to maintain central or remote ICT provision, as well as on-site management or remote hosting of web accessed services, including their development and maintenance.  

Benefits

• A fast, efficient, EU-compliant route to market
• Standard, pre-agreed terms and conditions
• Expert advice and guidance on using the framework agreement
• Operational support
• Provision of Management Information
• Benchmarking activity to ensure continued value for money
• Supplier management and audit
• Shared information on best practice

For more information on using this framework agreement, please contact Lawrence Howard on 0845 899 0880 or e-mail us at sprintii@hands-free.co.uk