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Supply of Cisco Nexus Switches

LONDON AMBULANCE SERVICE

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27 May 2026 at 15:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The London Ambulance Service has completed a procurement process titled "Supply of Cisco Nexus Switches," which falls under the industry category of network routers. This tender involved a framework call-off contract for a one-off supply of network hardware under the Pan London ICT Framework. The selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, was used. Key dates include the award published on 27th May 2026, with the contract period running from 27th May 2026 to 31st August 2026. The procurement location is centred in London, United Kingdom, with deliveries specified for postal code SE1 8SD.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for large-scale network hardware suppliers, particularly those specialising in networking solutions. Firms with the capability to supply Cisco Nexus Switches can benefit from engaging in such frameworks, which may lead to further opportunities within similar public sector frameworks. Additionally, the contract value of £45,827.68 indicates a reasonable scope for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the public sector through partnerships like the one awarded to the British Telecommunications Public Limited Company.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Cisco Nexus Switches

Notice Description

Framework call off contract for one-off supply of network hardware under the Pan London ICT Framework

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b4a23bad-0410-454c-beb2-a8b83f24381a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21291184-a9b8-4f23-8370-93efd3e4e907
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32413100 - Network routers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,561 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,827 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 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
LONDON AMBULANCE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8SD
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PUBLIC

Further Information

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