Award

Network Equipment/MDS Hardware

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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17 Oct 2025 at 14:50

Award

20 Feb 2025 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation recently concluded the procurement process for network equipment and MDS hardware, awarded through the UK Shared Business Services Limited. This procurement was carried out under a selective method via the JISC Network Equipment Framework. Notably, the contract period spans from 13th February 2025 to 12th February 2026, with an estimated value of £66,424.14. Operating within the network systems industry and primarily located with a delivery address at postal code EH14 4AP, the procurement aligns with the completion stage, reflected in the award notice as of 20th February 2025.

This award presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in network systems, particularly those able to fulfil framework agreements. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have notable suitability, providing a chance to leverage framework participation for enhanced service delivery and expanded client portfolios. Businesses with capabilities in providing network equipment and related technology solutions will find this procurement advantageous, as it underscores the ongoing need for advanced network solutions across public sector bodies.

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Notice Title

Network Equipment/MDS Hardware

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation had a requirement Network Equipment/MDS Hardware. This has been procured via JISC Network Equipment Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3f3662a8-fabc-4c39-8f4e-15061e104233
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f987449b-9f6b-4ac3-90c9-0a1492bf5c9b
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32427000 - Network system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£66,424 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£66,424 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 2025 - 12 Feb 2026 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOGICALIS

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