Award

Networking Kit - Plot C New HQ - Direct Award via the NHS SBS DWS Framework

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

23 Jan 2023 at 15:36

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Durham County Council recently awarded a contract for Networking Kit - Plot C New HQ via a Direct Award using the NHS SBS DWS Framework. This procurement falls under the goods category in the network equipment classification. The procurement method was selective, with a tender period closing on 20th October 2022. The contract period spans from 26th October 2022 to 25th October 2023. The buyer, Durham County Council, located in Durham, North East, United Kingdom, sought equipment compatible with existing infrastructure for the new HQ construction project.

This awarded contract offers opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs, and vendors such as SWITCHSHOP LIMITED who have the expertise in supplying networking equipment. The contract was valued at £148,815.18 GBP. Businesses capable of delivering within the specified timeframe and meeting the technical requirements expressed in the tender description would be well-suited to compete in such procurement opportunities. For any enquiries or further information, businesses can contact Christine Little at Durham County Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Networking Kit - Plot C New HQ - Direct Award via the NHS SBS DWS Framework

Notice Description

Networking infrastructure and Wi-Fi kit is required for the new build HQ (Plot C). The equipment must be compatible with the current infrastructure and must be able to be delivered in line with the construction project, therefore the requirement will be sourced via direct award via the NHS Shared Business Service Digital Workplace Solutions Framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9033d5f7-4879-4c05-8cef-dc82f864c405
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18fd6aab-df48-4380-b654-ab8eeda526ea
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£148,815 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Oct 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20223 years ago
Contract Period
25 Oct 2022 - 25 Oct 2023 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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UL
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWITCHSHOP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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