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Core Network Replacement Service

BASINGSTOKE & DEANE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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17 Mar 2026 at 14:10

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Summary of the contracting process

Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council has completed the procurement process for its "Core Network Replacement Service," involving network equipment classified under CPV code 32420000. This project was aimed at acquiring new networking infrastructure to surpass current capabilities, covering both wired and wireless components across main sites, disaster recovery, and remote ancillary locations. The procurement utilised a selective method through a framework agreement call-off, with the tender period closing on 6th February 2026 and the contract running from 17th March to 31st August 2026. The procurement is valued at £330,895.17 and the network services will be delivered in the South East region of England.

This procurement opportunity highlights business growth potential for SMEs, offering a chance to supply advanced networking infrastructure to public sector projects. Businesses specialising in network equipment, including those offering support for integration with datacentre rack infrastructure and endpoint connectivity, are well-positioned to compete. Switchshop Ltd, a designated SME, was awarded the contract, marking a significant opportunity within the ICT services sector. Companies with expertise in comprehensive network solutions may find similar opportunities in future contracts from public entities like Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Core Network Replacement Service

Notice Description

The Council is looking to procure a full set of replacement networking infrastructure equipment to meet or exceed the current equipment capabilities, including both wired and wireless components for its main, disaster recovery (DR), and 10 remote ancillary sites; the networking equipment will support each site's physical and wireless IT inter-connections both horizontally and vertically within the buildings and is to be compatible with standard datacentre rack infrastructure as well as wired and wireless endpoint connectivity. The purpose of this process is to procure a complete replacement of all Wired and Wireless Network Infrastructure Hardware, management systems and Support Services (the Procurement).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e594d3b-0dbe-41e2-a812-e2ddec6408bf
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£330,895 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£330,895 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
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
BASINGSTOKE & DEANE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BASINGSTOKE
Postcode
RG21 4AH
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ37 North Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Basingstoke and Deane
Electoral Ward
Eastrop & Grove
Westminster Constituency
Basingstoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWITCHSHOP

Further Information

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