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Provision of Cisco Compute and Network Hardware (Enterprise)

BANK OF ENGLAND

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14 May 2025 at 14:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the 'Provision of Cisco Compute and Network Hardware (Enterprise)' was initiated by the Bank of England, based in London, England. This procurement falls under the 'Computer equipment and supplies' industry category, with a total contract value of £3,673,388.05. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process was completed, and the procurement has reached the award stage, with significant dates including a tender period ending on 12 February 2025 and a contract period from 17 March 2025 to 31 December 2025. The Bank of England, functioning as the buying organisation, previously awarded the contract to Softcat PLC as the supplier.

This contract offers substantial business growth potential, especially for large enterprises engaged in the technology and IT hardware sectors, given the scale and nature of the procurement. As the opportunity was part of a selective procurement method using a framework agreement, it suits businesses that have already secured a position on relevant frameworks and can provide high-quality Cisco products efficiently. Softcat PLC's successful bid underlines opportunities for businesses capable of meeting enterprise-level hardware standards and maintaining robust supply chain capabilities. Such contracts enhance business portfolios and increase industry recognition in collaboration with a prestigious institution like the Bank of England.

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Notice Title

Provision of Cisco Compute and Network Hardware (Enterprise)

Notice Description

Provision of Cisco Compute and Network Hardware (Enterprise)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-042ffc52-7916-4e2e-a0f0-3c58bcff6581
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f347398-8af3-41e0-9dcf-472676bc19a9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,673,388 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,673,388 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Technology Procurement Team
Contact Email
technology.contracts@bankofengland.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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