Award

Cisco Firewalls

AVON & SOMERSET CONSTABULARY

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Award

30 Jun 2020 at 13:28

Summary of the contracting process

The Avon & Somerset Constabulary has awarded a contract for the provision of Cisco firewalls, an urgent requirement due to the increased demands for remote access arising from the Covid-19 pandemic. This procurement falls within the goods category and is valued at £147,953. The procurement method used was a limited competitive quotation process, with the contract period commencing on 30 June 2020 and concluding on 11 June 2023. The award notice was published on 30 June 2020 and reflects a completed procurement stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology and network infrastructure sectors, especially those supplying goods related to IT security and network solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to engage in this competitive procurement process, as it aligns well with their capabilities and resources. Companies that can offer innovative firewall solutions and demonstrate adaptability in meeting urgent IT requirements may find this contract to be a strategic growth opportunity.

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Notice Title

Cisco Firewalls

Notice Description

Avon and Somerset Police has awarded a contract for the provision of Cisco firewalls. This was an urgent requirement brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic and the increased demands for remote access. This award notice is for information purposes only.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0a130a93-a54e-4804-9f90-defc5d98478f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23d72784-bddd-45c5-a55b-0b5e1deef323
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£147,953 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£147,953 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20205 years ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2020 - 11 Jun 2023 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AVON & SOMERSET CONSTABULARY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS20 8QJ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK61 North Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Somerset
Electoral Ward
Portishead North
Westminster Constituency
North Somerset

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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