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RA343829 - WHC - FortiGate 600F Firewall and UTP x2

WEST HERTS COLLEGE

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29 Aug 2024 at 15:12

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08 Aug 2024 at 14:20

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31 Jul 2024 at 13:18

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

West Herts College is seeking suppliers to provide x2 FortiGate 600F Firewalls and Unified Threat Protection (UTP) packages for a 3-year contract. The part code requirement is FG-600F-BDL-950-3. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems and will serve multiple delivery addresses, including Watford, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and others. The process followed an open procedure, and the procurement stage is currently complete. Key dates include the award date of 29th August 2024 and a contract start date of 30th August 2024. The procurement method adopted was an open procedure, ensuring wide competition and transparency.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in supplying sophisticated firewall and security solutions. Companies that specialise in network security, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), could find significant business growth potential through this contract. The prestigious association with West Herts College can enhance credibility and provide exposure to further opportunities in the education sector and beyond. As the project does not include configuration or installation requirements, businesses focused purely on the supply chain can leverage their strengths in inventory and prompt delivery to compete effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RA343829 - WHC - FortiGate 600F Firewall and UTP x2

Notice Description

West Herts College require x2 FortiGate 600F Firewall and Unified Threat Protection (UTP) for 3 year period. The part code required is - FG-600F-BDL-950-3. This is a supply only requirement, no configuration or installation is required by the College. The UTP most include all elements of the provided document. Please provide an official quotation, on letter headed paper including all contact details if required. - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA343829. Not registered on MultiQuote - visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote RA343829 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-33ab082f-b5e8-440d-8151-86071de78314
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34f58e8-d990-4373-b75b-6eacf0d85aa0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,129 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
29 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2024 30 days
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
WEST HERTS COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WATFORD
Postcode
WD1 3EZ
Post Town
Watford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Watford
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Watford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWITCHSHOP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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