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Cisco Catalyst

HOME OFFICE

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25 Oct 2024 at 15:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has recently concluded a public procurement process under the title "Cisco Catalyst," aimed at enhancing network infrastructure within the governmental department. This selective procurement process involved a call-off from a framework agreement and has been classified under the industry category of network infrastructure, with a specific CPV code of 32424000. The procurement process was completed with the contract starting on 26th January 2024 and concluding on 10th January 2025. The primary contact point for this tender was located in London, SW1P 4DF, United Kingdom. The tender, valued at £718,373.72, has been awarded to Ultima Business Solutions LTD, a large supplier specialising in this domain.

This procurement initiative presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in supplying high-quality network infrastructure solutions, to engage with high-value contracts. SMEs and VCSEs (voluntary, community, and social enterprises) are especially encouraged, as the Home Office has included suitability measures that support these entities. Businesses with expertise in network infrastructure and capacity to deliver within the specified timelines are well-positioned to benefit from similar future opportunities. This enhances business growth by allowing suppliers to build a track record of successful deliveries and foster strong relationships with key governmental buyers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cisco Catalyst

Notice Description

Purchase Cisco Catalyst

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2aca011f-3950-4a6c-b7db-3d40cfb83bb2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dceef1a6-6174-4f26-84b7-21257d6895e4
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
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
£718,373 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£718,373 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2024 - 10 Jan 2025 6-12 months
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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tania.luxford@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West 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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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