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7F-2020-0429 Hardware for VPN Refresh- Essex & Kent Police

NORFOLK CONSTABULARY

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07 Jan 2021 at 12:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Norfolk Constabulary, involves the tender titled "7F-2020-0429 Hardware for VPN Refresh- Essex & Kent Police," which focuses on the procurement of hardware to support the technology refresh of VPN infrastructure. This contract falls within the "goods" category and is classified under network infrastructure, with a total value of £332,514.84. The procurement method employed is selective, executed through a call-off from a framework agreement under RM6068 (TePAS). The tender period concluded on 2nd December 2020 and the contract commenced on 22nd December 2020, extending until 22nd January 2021. The delivery addresses are located in the East of England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology sector, particularly those specialising in network infrastructure hardware and services. Companies that are well-suited to compete include suppliers of VPN technology solutions, as well as other IT hardware providers looking to expand their market presence within public sector contracts. Given the scale of the procurement, businesses with substantial experience in government procurement processes may benefit particularly well in this sector.

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Notice Title

7F-2020-0429 Hardware for VPN Refresh- Essex & Kent Police

Notice Description

Procurement of hardware to support tech refresh of VPN infrastructure. Procured through mini competition on RM6068 (TePAS)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4ca57b32-1de5-489c-a06a-164ef4c09705
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d86c732-fa73-43ea-9c0b-14abdd80b177
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£332,514 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£332,514 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
23 Dec 2020 - 23 Jan 2021 1-6 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
NORFOLK CONSTABULARY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WYMONDHAM
Postcode
NR18 0WW
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Norfolk
Electoral Ward
South Wymondham
Westminster Constituency
South Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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