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Provision of Core Switches - FCDO's UK LAN Refresh

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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11 May 2026 at 11:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has successfully completed a procurement process for the Provision of Core Switches as part of its UK Local Area Networks (LAN) Refresh project. The procurement, conducted under the Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (TePAS2) framework (RM6098) through a selective, call-off framework agreement method, was awarded to Computacenter (UK) Ltd. The project focuses on the supply of hardware and three years of associated software licences, including support, across various regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe, among others. The contract has commenced on 20 March 2026 and will run until 19 March 2029, with the possibility of extension for up to three additional years. The initial contract is valued at £548,904.34, with a provision to increase by up to £400,000 during the contract period.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in providing IT infrastructure solutions, particularly those specialising in local area network and network equipment. Companies with a focus on hardware supply and software licencing can greatly benefit, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as specified by the tender's suitability criteria. Engaging in such a contract can bolster a company's portfolio and provide substantial growth potential by enhancing their experience in large-scale government projects and expanding their presence in international markets serviced by the FCDO. Business users with a background in network solutions would find themselves well-suited to compete and collaborate in such procurement processes to grow their enterprise.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Core Switches - FCDO's UK LAN Refresh

Notice Description

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has awarded a contract to Computacenter (UK) Ltd for UK Local Area Networks (LAN) - Core Switches Refresh. The procurement was conducted under the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) (formerly Crown Commercial Service (CCS)) Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (TePAS2) framework (RM6098). The contract provides for the supply of hardware and three years of associated software licences, including support. The contract may be extended for one or more periods for a total period of up to three additional years. The initial contract value is PS548,904.34. The contract includes provisions to increase the total value by up to PS400,000 during the initial term and/or any extension period. All values are exclusive of UK VAT but include all other applicable taxes.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/977a1df7-d2a5-43e1-b276-611fc92b39a5
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32410000 - Local area network

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£948,904 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£948,904 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
20 Mar 2026 - 19 Mar 2029 3-4 years
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
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPUTACENTER (UK

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