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Azure Local Replacement

NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE

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04 Mar 2026 at 15:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Audit Office has awarded a contract entitled "Azure Local Replacement" to ADVANIA UK LIMITED through the HealthTrust Europe LLP ICT Solutions framework. This procurement falls under the Information Technology Services category and involves the replacement of existing onsite Nutanix hardware with upgraded Nexus hardware. The contract covers a period from 13th February 2026 to 12th February 2029, with an optional extension until 12th February 2030. The procurement method used was selective, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, and the total contract value is estimated at £199,845.78 exclusive of VAT, over the potential four-year duration. The procurement has reached the award stage, with the award notice published on 4th March 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT hardware solutions, especially those capable of providing high-quality replacement technology. The procurement process was selective and the involvement of a framework agreement may be an attractive aspect for businesses looking to engage in similar future tender opportunities within the UK, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and organisations supporting voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). The tender indicates an established market with potential for collaboration and growth across the ICT sector, providing avenues for businesses to expand their portfolios by partnering with entities like the National Audit Office.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Azure Local Replacement

Notice Description

The National Audit Office (NAO) has awarded a contract to ADVANIA UK LIMITED using HealthTrust Europe LLP ICT Solutions framework. The selected supplier will be providing Replacement of onsite Nutanix hardware with new Nexus hardware, and the contract will run for an initial 3 years from Friday 13th February 2026 to Monday 12th February 2029 with optional 12 months extension to Tuesday 12th February 2030. The estimated total contract value, exclusive of VAT, is up to PS199,845.78 over the 4 years duration

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9938cc32-8b58-4a52-80c4-867d20099124
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d1f60b9-d73d-4cd8-aef9-5eb486c43fc0
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£199,845 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£199,845 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 2026 - 12 Feb 2030 4-5 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
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
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
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADVANIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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