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24 Jul 2026 at 13:50

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24 Jul 2026 at 10:43

Award

17 Jul 2026 at 09:49

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW), based in Eastleigh, England, has completed a procurement process for the "SCW Cisco Server Support Contract". The tender, classified under "Data network management and support services" (CPV code 72315000), involved the award of a contract for network support services regarding Cisco infrastructure. The procurement was conducted via a selective method through the Government Commercial Agency's RM6098 framework, particularly Lot 1 covering hardware, software, and associated services under PCR2015. The contract, valued at £129,210, runs from 15th July 2026 to 14th July 2027. The award was made to Specialist Computer Centres PLC, with the award notice published on 17th July 2026.

This contract presents significant opportunities for entities specialising in IT network support services, particularly those adept in Cisco systems. The procurement method favoured businesses able to leverage framework agreements, also providing pathways for SMEs, although not VCSEs, to engage due to the contract's suitability criteria. Companies positioned to deliver high-quality data network management services in a regional setting, especially within England, can utilise such opportunities to build reputable client portfolios and foster long-term growth through partnerships with large organisations like the NHS.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SCW Cisco Server Support Contract

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for the provision of network support services for its Cisco infrastructure, covering both critical and non-critical systems. This requirement has been procured via Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Contract RM6098 Technology Products & Associated Services 2 Framework - Lot 1 Hardware and Software and Associated Services under PCR2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-29845623-4882-49dd-9b7d-acbd9074f2c0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/058c8bcb-a1ad-4a91-993a-2c63fffd359e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

72315000 - Data network management and support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£129,210 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£129,210 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2026 - 14 Jul 2027 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
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH
Postcode
SO50 5PB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
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
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

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