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Scalable Storage Solution

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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03 Mar 2026 at 14:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Archives, based in Richmond, England, has completed the procurement process for a scalable storage solution, classified under the information systems and servers category. The procurement involved a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the award granted to Wavenet Limited on 22nd January 2026. The contract period spans from 23rd January 2026 to 22nd January 2028, with a total value of £281,983. The award notice was published on 3rd March 2026. The procurement process has reached the award stage, concluding with the active contract status.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in information systems and storage solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would find this tender particularly advantageous due to its suitability for such entities. The focus on a scalable solution presents lucrative prospects for companies capable of providing robust IT infrastructure to support The National Archives' operational needs. Engaging in this framework agreement can bolster a supplier's portfolio, enhance market presence, and foster long-term relationships with public sector clients. Business growth can be propelled by contributing to a high-profile institution like The National Archives, providing strategic and customer-centred solutions within the technological sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Scalable Storage Solution

Notice Description

Scalable file and block storage solution.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4c65660f-1a25-4ae4-bd32-47b3c5ba3a67
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03d836f1-d2a7-4aab-8a16-b4378cf3ae8d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48800000 - Information systems and servers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£281,983 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£281,983 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jan 2026 - 22 Jan 2028 1-2 years
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
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 4DU
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WAVENET

Further Information

Notice Documents

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