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Data Centre Refresh

COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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11 Mar 2025 at 16:45

Summary of the contracting process

The County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Data Centre Refresh," falling under the industry category of Information systems or technology planning services (CPV code 72222200). The contract is aimed at refreshing and re-architecting the Trust's ICT Infrastructure to support its ongoing digital development. The procurement method used is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender process concluding on 2nd March 2025. The contract, valued at GBP 95,039, will run from 3rd March 2025 to 2nd March 2026 and will be delivered in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the ICT sector, especially those specialising in technology planning services. SMEs are particularly encouraged to compete, as the procurement suitability favours small and medium-sized enterprises. With a contract of this nature, businesses can enhance their portfolio, gain valuable experience and bolster their reputation within the public sector. Companies that excel in ICT infrastructure refresh projects and have the capability to support the scaling of digital development will find this opportunity well-suited for fostering business growth. The awarded supplier for this contract is Softcat PLC, indicating potential partnership opportunities.

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Notice Title

Data Centre Refresh

Notice Description

CDDFT's ICT Infrastructure has a finite life and growth capacity and requires a refresh and re-architect of current technology to support the Trusts continued digital development and ambitions. This contract is for 12 Months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90be10b0-b16f-4411-806f-53bb642bdd40
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

72222200 - Information systems or technology planning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,039 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,039 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2025 - 2 Mar 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
COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL3 6HX
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Pierremont
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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