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Provision of support for Connectrix MDS switches

DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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09 Dec 2024 at 10:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) in Wales has completed a selective procurement process for the provision of support for Connectrix MDS switches, under the IT services category (CPV: 72000000). This process, which falls under the framework agreement call-off method, involves the awarded contract period from 25th November 2024 to 3rd December 2025. The key procurement period ended on 12th November 2024, with the awarding of the contract taking place on 26th November 2024. The awarded value is GBP 152,958, and the supplier is Akhter Computers Ltd.

This procurement presents significant business opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs involved in IT consulting, software development, and support services. The focus on a specific technology, Connectrix MDS switches, means businesses with expertise in this area could find the contract highly beneficial for growth. Additionally, Akhter Computers Ltd, a large-scale company, underscores the importance of capability in fulfilling technical and support requirements under such contracts. Engaging in similar tenders can lead to substantial business growth and strengthen market presence within public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of support for Connectrix MDS switches

Notice Description

Provision of support for Connectrix MDS switches

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-61a4130e-f9fb-4409-898c-e0269f6fa2e5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40980e74-5f66-4d96-99ba-e153f9ec1662
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
SME, VCSE
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£152,958 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
25 Nov 2024 - 3 Dec 2025 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
DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA6 7JL
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Mynydd-bach
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AKHTER COMPUTERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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