Award

SD-WAN co-managed service

THE CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES

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Award

09 Mar 2026 at 08:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Charity Commission for England and Wales has awarded a contract for a Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) solution, including a co-managed service. This procurement process falls under the industry category of network equipment and wide area networks, with the CPV classification codes 32420000 and 32430000. Located in Liverpool, England, the contract extends from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029, offering an optional 12-month extension. Having progressed through the selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement, the award was granted on 23 February 2026, with publication details released on 9 March 2026. The contract is valued at £360,000.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly suited for SMEs specialising in network equipment and SD-WAN services. With the Charity Commission prioritising the co-management aspect of the service, companies with expertise in collaborative network management and infrastructure implementations stand to benefit. Such organisations can leverage this contract to strengthen their market presence within public sector engagements. Given the framework procurement approach, businesses already part of established networks might find it easier to align with the requirements and compete effectively.

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Notice Title

SD-WAN co-managed service

Notice Description

The contract is for a Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) solution, including a co-managed service. This is the main network link for the Charity Commission. The contract includes an optional 12 month extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-79eaeeee-e2c1-4681-89e3-2e8608499474
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15b8c9f7-a77f-42d8-a630-5b773e0bcadc
Current Stage
Award
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32420000 - Network equipment

32430000 - Wide area network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L20 7HS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Linacre
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MAINTEL EUROPE

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