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F5 Load Balancer Renewals 2026/27

NHS ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the renewal of F5 Load Balancer systems for the fiscal year 2026/27 has been successfully completed by NHS England. This tender falls under the industry category of Computer Support Services and utilises a selective procurement method via a call-off from the CCS Technology Products & Associated Services 2 framework. Located in Leeds, England, the contract commenced on 28th March 2026 and will run until 27th March 2027. Awarded to Softcat Plc, the value of the contract amounts to £56,322.62, and was published as part of the award notice on 1st April 2026. The procurement stage reached the award phase on 30th March 2026.

This tender offers numerous opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in computer support and maintenance services. Companies that offer innovative solutions for load balancing hardware and software, and can compete through further competition under established frameworks, are well-suited to participate. With NHS England as the buying organisation, this contract may provide a reliable revenue stream and enhance the supplier’s portfolio with a reputable client. Additionally, businesses located within the UK that can offer efficient and reliable support for existing infrastructure are encouraged to engage with such procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

F5 Load Balancer Renewals 2026/27

Notice Description

Reprocurement of maintenance/support and subscription for existing Load Balancer Hardware/Software for 1 year. Requirement competed via further competition under Lot 3 of CCS Technology Products & Associated Services 2 framework. Additional information: Reprocurement of maintenance/support and subscription for existing Load Balancer Hardware/Software for 1 year. Requirement competed via further competition under Lot 3 of CCS Technology Products & Associated Services 2 framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8d9801e7-0065-4c61-a8d5-5f01760fa543
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e730a78-daf3-42ed-bdba-68a0c5420fa4
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72610000 - Computer support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,322 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£56,322 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20265 days ago
Contract Period
28 Mar 2026 - 27 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
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
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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