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Corporate Wifi Refresh - Direct Award via NHSSBS DWS Framework ref: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411/23

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

30 Jun 2025 at 12:30

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has completed a procurement process for a Corporate Wi-Fi Refresh project, using a selective procurement method via a direct award through the NHS SBS Digital Workplace Solutions Framework. This tender, titled "Corporate Wifi Refresh - Direct Award via NHSSBS DWS Framework ref: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411/23", falls under the Computer equipment and supplies industry category with additional focus on Networks. The contract, awarded to Switchshop Ltd., is valued at £214,655.38 and spans from 26 June 2025 to 25 June 2030, covering the North East region of the United Kingdom. The award was published on 30 June 2025.

The direct award for the upgrade and update of Wi-Fi infrastructure presents an opportunity for businesses involved in computer equipment and network supplies. SMEs and VCSEs may find such framework agreements beneficial, as they offer a streamlined path to securing contracts without the need for extensive tendering processes. Companies that specialise in aligning with existing infrastructure systems and are capable of delivering high-quality digital workplace solutions will be well-suited to participate in similar opportunities in the future.

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Notice Title

Corporate Wifi Refresh - Direct Award via NHSSBS DWS Framework ref: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411/23

Notice Description

Durham County Council require Wi-Fi network kit to upgrade / update the current infrastructure, most of which is end of life / out of support. To ensure continuity and compatibility with existing infrastructure, a direct award via the NHS SBS Digital Workplace Solutions Framework will be completed.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-178c7997-ecef-484d-976e-10d77d7990c3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9016ba37-e5d0-4b06-8ca9-d8eb603d2236
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

32400000 - Networks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£214,655 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
25 Jun 2025 - 25 Jun 2030 Over 5 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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Christine Lundy
Contact Email
christine.lundy@durham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03000260000

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UQ
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWITCHSHOP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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