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NCC 1820 - Session Border Controllers - New Installation and Support

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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23 Apr 2026 at 08:52

Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "NCC 1820 - Session Border Controllers - New Installation and Support." This falls under the industry category of transmission apparatus for radiotelephony and telecommunications equipment. The procurement, managed through a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, is concentrated in the North East region of the United Kingdom. Although the tender period concluded on 2nd February 2026, the contract was awarded to Specialist Computer Centres PLC on 9th February 2026, covering the contract period from 16th February 2026 to 15th February 2029. The total contract value is £49,624.49 GBP.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications and radiotelephony equipment, particularly those capable of delivering goods on a large scale. While the awarded contract is not suited for SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises, large corporations like Specialist Computer Centres PLC can benefit from the extended support and installation requirements. Engaging in such contracts can bolster business portfolios, expand regional influence, and stimulate operational efficiencies in line with public sector demands.

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Notice Title

NCC 1820 - Session Border Controllers - New Installation and Support

Notice Description

Session Border Controllers - New Installation and Support

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-849bf695-9264-44b1-a78e-ce9d1e92ec58
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4832f2d-9037-4ff6-be06-26c6da500c07
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

32200000 - Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and television

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,624 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,624 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 15 Feb 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
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORPETH
Postcode
NE61 2EF
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Morpeth Kirkhill
Westminster Constituency
North Northumberland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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