Award

Blue WiFi AP's and Switches

NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE

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Award

03 Oct 2025 at 11:20

Summary of the contracting process

The National Audit Office (NAO) has successfully concluded its procurement process for the provision of Blue WiFi AP's and Switches, awarding the contract to Bechtle Direct Limited. This procurement, classified under the Information Technology Services category (CPV 72222300), facilitates critical operational enhancements within the United Kingdom. The procurement exercise was conducted through a limited method involving competitive quotations below the threshold, culminating in the award being published on 3rd October 2025. The contract, valued at £60,000, commenced on 16th September 2025 and is set to conclude on 15th April 2026. This process signifies the completion of the award stage, highlighting efficient procurement practices by the NAO.

The contract with NAO provides substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in IT services and infrastructure. Companies with expertise in supplying networking solutions, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), can find developments like these advantageous. The structured approach of utilising competitive quotations below threshold levels ensures a level playing field for various sized businesses, promoting innovation and competitiveness in the IT services sector. This opportunity underscores the potential for businesses to expand their portfolio by engaging with public sector contracts, fostering stronger business relationships and ensuring mutual benefits.

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Notice Title

Blue WiFi AP's and Switches

Notice Description

The National Audit Office (NAO) awarded a contract to Bechtle Direct Limited who will be providing Blue WiFi AP's and Switches. The contract commenced on Tuesday 16th September 2025 to Wednesday 15th April 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-674dde3e-6bde-4423-9e66-d48c09d08427
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c538d19-d128-45f2-84c8-9d7e208d5a10
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
15 Sep 2025 - 15 Apr 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
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
Post Town
South West 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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BECHTLE DIRECT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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