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Cisco Support Service 2026-29

NHS ENGLAND

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13 Jul 2026 at 09:36

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has completed a procurement process for Cisco Support Services for 2026-2029, targeting the maintenance and repair of information technology equipment. This contract, totalling £2,961,171.08, will cover NHS England's Network Hardware estate. The procurement was executed as a call-off from a framework agreement under Lot 1a of the GCA (CCS) Network Services 3 framework, using a selective procurement method. The contract was awarded to Block Solutions Limited, effective from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2029, with an initial three-year term and an option for a one-year extension. The procurement took place in Leeds, England, with the relevant industry category defined under the CPV code 50312600.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in IT equipment maintenance and repairs. Companies operating within the technology sector are well-positioned to benefit from participating in framework agreements such as the GCA (CCS) Network Services 3. By aligning with NHS England, suppliers can enhance their portfolio and visibility in public sector procurement, paving the way for future contracts and collaborations. The strategic nature of this contract can serve as a robust reference, helping technology firms expand their footprint in the public services market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cisco Support Service 2026-29

Notice Description

Reprocurement of Maintenance and Support Services for NHS England's Network Hardware estate. Awarded for an initial period of 3yrs, with an option to extend for a further year. Requirement competed via a Further Competition under Lot 1a of the GCA (CCS) Network Services 3 framework. Additional information: Reprocurement of Maintenance and Support Services for NHS England's Network Hardware estate. Awarded for an initial period of 3yrs, with an option to extend for a further year. Requirement competed via a Further Competition under Lot 1a of the GCA (CCS) Network Services 3 framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a1805682-338e-458d-9543-bbf36ed94996
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b6038d2-1e76-49bc-b91b-3140ee12c9db
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50312600 - Maintenance and repair of information technology equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,961,171 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,961,171 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 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
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

BLOCK SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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