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Provision of Cisco Software Support

BANK OF ENGLAND

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22 Sep 2025 at 14:29

Summary of the contracting process

The tender for the "Provision of Cisco Software Support" was orchestrated by the Bank of England, situated in London. It falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support, classified with the CPV code 72000000. The procurement was managed through a selective process, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. Covering a location in England, United Kingdom, the contract period commenced on 1st July 2025 and is set to conclude on 30th June 2026. With an award value totalling £654,000, the award stage was completed with the contract being actively awarded to Softcat PLC, a large-scale supplier, on 26th May 2025 and published on 22nd September 2025.

This procurement opportunity presents substantial business growth potential for enterprises specialised in IT services and software support, particularly those capable of handling significant contracts. With the Bank of England as the buying organisation, it offers prestige and the chance to collaborate with a pivotal UK financial institution. While the procurement process is not specifically tailored to SMEs or VCSEs, firms with robust capabilities in the IT services sector and experience in framework agreements are well-suited to compete. Successful bidders like Softcat PLC exemplify the calibre of engagement expected by the Bank of England, thereby setting a valuable precedent for businesses seeking similar opportunities.

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Notice Title

Provision of Cisco Software Support

Notice Description

Provision of Cisco Software Support

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5e89e2f7-4730-45a7-817d-c6ea75cd9cc3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0c90f36-fa31-4dc2-8585-2822673771d5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£654,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£654,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 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
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Technology Procurement Team
Contact Email
technology.contracts@bankofengland.co.uk
Contact Phone
020 3461 4878

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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