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Cisco Hyperflex System - License, Support and Maintenance Services

NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT

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19 Sep 2025 at 08:30

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18 Sep 2025 at 14:32

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS Blood and Transplant has completed the procurement process for 'Cisco Hyperflex System - License, Support and Maintenance Services,' classified under computer support services. Located in Bristol, United Kingdom, the contract involves a call-off from a framework agreement using a selective procurement method. The tender aimed at servicing the existing Cisco Hyperflex System includes a contract period starting from 18th September 2025 to 17th September 2028. The total contract value is approximately £980,893.49 GBP, and Specialist Computer Centres has been awarded this contract. The award details were published on 19th September 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses within the IT services industry, particularly firms that specialise in computer support and maintenance services. SMEs were deemed suitable, indicating opportunities for smaller businesses to secure substantial contracts with public sector organisations. The structured procurement method and framework agreement help streamline processes, presenting well-prepared businesses with a robust competitive advantage, particularly those proficient in Cisco systems. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality service and support for complex IT infrastructure would find this procurement aligned with their strengths.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cisco Hyperflex System - License, Support and Maintenance Services

Notice Description

Provision of 3-year License, Support and Maintenance Services for existing Cisco Hyperflex System

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0fc4b57c-7161-4748-996a-2c277f8ad828
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f84ccbd-6136-49d4-804a-e8aecce3ceab
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72610000 - Computer support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£810,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£980,893 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
17 Sep 2025 - 17 Sep 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 7QH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Filton
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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