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UoS/OW/23/24/QTR4/CISCO Support

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)

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15 Aug 2024 at 11:24

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford is seeking a support service for its Cisco hardware, under the tender titled "UoS/OW/23/24/QTR4/CISCO Support." This contract falls under the industry category "Software package and information systems" with a CPV code of 48000000. The procurement method is selective, utilizing a call-off from a framework agreement. The University of Salford, located in Salford, England (postcode M5 4WT), is the buying organisation. The contract period commenced on 13th August 2024 and will end on 13th August 2025. The total value of this award is GBP 120,695.08, and the procurement stage is identified as the 'award' phase, with the primary relevant key date being 8th August 2024 as the end date for the tender period.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for IT service providers specialising in Cisco hardware and software support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly eligible and encouraged to compete given the selective procurement process. Businesses adept in providing 24x7x4 parts-only support, Cisco-accredited remote support, and Cisco OEM 3rd line Technical Assistance Centre (TAC) services would find this tender highly suitable. The awarded supplier, Softcat, is a large entity situated in London, and this could signify competitive standards and quality expectations for future tenderers.

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Notice Title

UoS/OW/23/24/QTR4/CISCO Support

Notice Description

The University of Salford is seeking to renew the support contract for their Cisco hardware. We are actively seeking interested companies that can provide a quotation for the following support Service Level Agreements (SLAs). * 24x7x4 Parts Only * Cisco Accredited Remote Support via Suppliers Operations Centre * CISCO approved spares and logistics * Parts, logistics and onsite engineering in accordance with SLA (See 'Inventory') * Cisco OEM 3rd line TAC, Firmware and Software entitlement on eligible systems

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9246720b-e32b-4842-b4d3-439d41b59fa8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf52e5a1-82e3-4733-8ddf-2ac647982d6f
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,695 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,695 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2024 - 13 Aug 2025 1-2 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
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
o.h.ward@salford.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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