Award

Supply of Ad-hoc Network Infrastructure & Hardware via the NHSSBS DWS Framework ref: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411/23

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

03 Sep 2025 at 15:13

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for the supply of ad-hoc network infrastructure and hardware via the NHSSBS DWS Framework, reference SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411/23. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically miscellaneous computer equipment, with the location of delivery specified for the North East region of the United Kingdom. The tender was conducted through a selective procurement method, in the form of a call-off from a framework agreement, and has progressed to the award stage. The contract period extends from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2026, with Switchshop Limited being the awarded supplier. The estimated contract value is £300,000, underscoring the significant investment in enhancing IT infrastructure.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in the supply and configuration of network infrastructure to expand their client base and build partnerships with local government bodies. Companies specialising in computer hardware and related goods can leverage this framework agreement to demonstrate their expertise and reliability in delivering essential IT solutions. Particularly, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and those engaging in voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors may find this opportunity lucrative due to the suitability considerations outlined by the buyer. Engaging in such contracts can potentially enhance business portfolios and open avenues for subsequent public sector procurement endeavours.

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Notice Title

Supply of Ad-hoc Network Infrastructure & Hardware via the NHSSBS DWS Framework ref: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411/23

Notice Description

The DCC ICT team have a requirement for various pieces of ad-hoc network equipment to provide the service with suitable IT infrastructure to deliver its business.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-52c3201f-2f30-4ee3-a5d2-1002a680efb7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9c23fff-f62c-46e1-8910-11ca5fbf4a39
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30236000 - Miscellaneous computer equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Christine Lundy
Contact Email
christine.lundy@durham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03000260000

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UQ
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWITCHSHOP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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