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A Deep Dive Into TEPAS2

24 December 2024

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is always developing new ways to simplify tech procurement for the central government, local government, and other public sector organisations. One of these ways is the Technology Products & Associated Services (TEPAS2) framework.

TEPAS2 aims to provide public sector buyers with a simple, efficient, and flexible method to purchase technology and associated services. This framework allows public sector organisations to easily access technological products and services, including servers, infrastructure devices, storage, end-user devices, software licenses and accessories. 

With TEPAS2, public sector organisations no longer have to worry about clashing agreements, spiralling costs, or missing tech essentials. TEPAS2 guarantees simple and cost-effective procurement every time. 

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the TEPAS2 framework and its benefits. We’ll also examine how Redpalm supports organisations to effectively navigate the TEPAS2 framework for efficient technology procurement. 

What is TEPAS2?

TEPAS2 is a framework developed and managed by the Crown Commercial Service (CCS), designed to replace the previous Technology Products and Associated Services (TePAS) framework. This new framework combines multiple technology product frameworks into one to simplify the procurement process

TEPAS2 streamlines the procurement of technology products, software, and associated services for public sector organisations. This also includes local governments, educational institutions, healthcare providers and charities. 

The framework covers essential IT products such as hardware, software, IT infrastructure, and specialised tech for education, health, and sustainability for various purchase models. 

By serving as a “one-stop-shop” for all public sector technology needs, the TEPAS2 framework simplifies the customer experience. It also enables sustainability by providing end-to-end services for the lifecycle of technology products.

What’s needed to become accredited?

TEPAS2 is an initiative that simplifies access to government-preferred suppliers for technology product orders over £50,000. 

To become a supplier on TEPAS2, businesses have to meet the CCS’ eligibility criteria. This typically includes demonstrating financial stability, expertise in the delivery of technology solutions, and an excellent capacity to meet public sector standards. 

TEPAS2’s competitive application process revolves around assessing key factors such as service quality, sustainability, and pricing. This framework supports specific sectors such as education and health through an expanded scope. 

Once approved, suppliers gain access to specific “lots”; categories based on product or service type, such as hardware, software, or healthcare-specific solutions. These lots make it easier for suppliers to upload products and for customers to purchase tech solutions and services. 

Who does Redpalm help?

Redpalm supports public sector organisations and helps them to effectively navigate technology procurement, under specific frameworks such as TEPAS2. From identifying appropriate solutions to ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimising value, we help you meet and exceed your IT needs. 

As a soon-to-be TEPAS2 supplier, we share workloads with other suppliers to increase top-up order values and make technology procurement more efficient. 

Our IT support and cyber security services empower organisations across various industries, including education, healthcare, and local government. We help you leverage the full benefits of TEPAS2 to ensure efficient and sustainable IT procurement. 

Why is TEPAS2 a good thing?

Whether you’re familiar with the TEPAS2 framework or not, it has many advantages to offer to public sector organisations. Some of its main benefits include:

1. Simplified Procurement

TEPAS2 offers a complete range of technology products and services for various purchase models. By consolidating multiple frameworks, it makes it easier for public sector buyers to source their technology and SaaS requirements from one location. This significantly simplifies the customer experience of the tech procurement process

2. Sustainability Focus

The TEPAS2 framework focuses on practising and encouraging sustainable IT practices by providing end-to-end services for the life cycle of technology products. This includes the selling of refurbished products and ensuring secure disposal. 

3. Support for SMEs

TEPAS2 gives small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aligned with government objectives more opportunities to diversify suppliers. 

4. Cost-Effective

By providing aggregated purchasing options, TEPAS2 allows for better value deals, significantly reducing costs for public sector organisations.

5. Flexibility

Buyers have multiple options to procure goods and services, ranging from traditional procurement to innovative leasing, consumption models, and “as-a-service” models. They also come with additional guidance and support templates to support ease of use. 

Contact Redpalm For Effective IT Support Solutions

The TEPAS2 framework is an effective method to simplify the technology procurement process for public sector organisations and businesses. If you need help leveraging the full benefits of the TEPAS2 framework or require any IT support, we can help. 

Redpalm is an MSP that offers a range of professional IT support and cyber security solutions for businesses across various industries. Our skilled team of Microsoft-certified experts can effectively identify and resolve any cyber threats to your systems. 

We also offer services like vulnerability assessments, technology procurement, incident response, IT audits and health checks and so much more!

To learn more about our services, click here or contact us to schedule an appointment today!

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