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Cisco Cube License Maintenance and Support for the North of England Care System Support (NECS)

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) awarded a contract for the maintenance and support of Cisco Cube Licenses to CAE Technology Services Limited. The project is titled "Cisco Cube License Maintenance and Support for the North of England Care System Support (NECS)" and falls under the industry category of license management software packages. The procurement was carried out via a Request for Quotation (RFQ) process, utilising a competitive quotation method for requirements below the threshold. The service delivery will cover the regions of North East, North West, and Yorkshire and the Humber in the United Kingdom. The contract, which commenced on 30th November 2025, will continue until 29th November 2026.

This procurement creates growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in IT support and software license management. Being a contract that supports NHS infrastructures, businesses advancing in healthcare technology services would be particularly suited to compete in similar future tenders. The procurement process indicates a preference for suppliers that can offer competitive pricing while maintaining high standards of service, thus fostering an environment where efficient and adaptable companies can thrive.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cisco Cube License Maintenance and Support for the North of England Care System Support (NECS)

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for Cisco Cube License Maintenance and Support to CAE Technology Services Limited on behalf of North of England Care System Support (NECS). This requirement has been procured via Request for Quotation (RFQ) process, in accordance with the provisions of the Procurement Act 2023.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-43b8608c-846d-4db4-9eea-b2f602f26ce0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdd08c89-4b11-4c8b-9ff7-642bfdc94208
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48218000 - License management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,542 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£7,542 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
30 Nov 2025 - 29 Nov 2026 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
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
scwcsu.justaskprocurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

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), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

Further Information

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