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Provision of Network Infrastructure

BANK OF ENGLAND

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15 Jan 2026 at 12:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Network Infrastructure" was conducted by the Bank of England, located in London, England. This process involved the acquisition of network infrastructure goods under the industry category of Network Infrastructure, with the Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code 32424000. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering process is complete, with the award announced on 10th December 2025, and the contract period starts on 13th January 2026 and ends on 12th June 2026. The total value of the contract was £127,111.56. The main procurement category was goods, and it was decided that this tender would not specifically favour SMEs or VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises). The awarded supplier for this project is Softcat PLC, based in Marlow, Buckinghamshire.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in providing network infrastructure solutions, particularly those capable of fulfilling framework agreement call-offs. Large companies like Softcat PLC, which has been successfully awarded the contract, are well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities. Businesses with experience in delivering robust network infrastructure could leverage this contract to expand their operations and establish a strategic relationship with esteemed organizations like the Bank of England. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a company's portfolio and credibility in the field, potentially leading to more lucrative opportunities in the future.

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Notice Title

Provision of Network Infrastructure

Notice Description

Provision of Cisco Network Infrastructure

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-750710d4-9744-4bac-8b48-15df5a9f753b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65234380-661a-4645-8793-14ec997c0548
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£127,111 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£127,111 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jan 2026 - 12 Jun 2026 1-6 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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