Tender

GB-Witham: Core Switch replacement

ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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Tender

03 May 2018 at 16:09

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "GB-Witham: Core Switch replacement" is being conducted by the Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority. This tender falls within the goods category, specifically addressing network routers and telecommunications equipment, and is located in Witham, East of England. The procurement method is an open procedure, with tenders due by 8th June 2018. The contract, commencing on 18th July 2018 and lasting until 2nd September 2023, has a total value of £100,000, with a minimum value of £50,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the telecommunications and network equipment sectors, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with the necessary capability and capacity to provide, implement, and support core network switches. Companies that specialise in network solutions and have experience in managing similar contracts would be particularly well-suited to compete for this engagement. By participating in this procurement process, businesses can expand their presence within the public sector and potentially secure a long-term partnership with the contracting authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Witham: Core Switch replacement

Notice Description

The Authority are looking to engage a supplier for a 5 year +1 +1 agreement, who has both the capability and capacity to supply, implement and support the required replacement core network switches. The deadline date stated is the deadline for the return of tenders. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-47465fe0-badb-4a8c-86df-5de6734a492f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06ba74be-0fe3-4e24-b87a-869c97fac7bf
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

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

CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

32412000 - Communications network

32412100 - Telecommunications network

32413100 - Network routers

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jul 2018 - 2 Sep 2023 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WITHAM
Postcode
CM8 3HB
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Braintree
Electoral Ward
Silver End & Cressing
Westminster Constituency
Witham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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