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Smarter Cities Project - Network Preparation

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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21 Jul 2022 at 10:45

Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council initiated the procurement for the "Smarter Cities Project - Network Preparation" on 21st July 2022. This project involves the replacement of Security Firewall equipment and the addition of aggregation network switch infrastructure at the Council's Moorside and JCH Datacentres, located in Sunderland, England. The procurement, classified under the industry category of computer equipment and supplies (CPV code 30200000), has a total contract value of £340,116 GBP. The tender process has been completed, with the contract awarded to Insight Direct (UK) Limited, and the contract period runs from 21st July 2022 to 1st January 2023.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technology and IT services sector, particularly those specialising in network infrastructure and cybersecurity solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can deliver high-quality products and services in these areas would be well-suited to compete for future contracts under initiatives like the Smarter Cities Project. Additionally, firms with experience in local government contracts may find this opportunity aligns well with their capabilities and growth objectives.

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Notice Title

Smarter Cities Project - Network Preparation

Notice Description

Replacement of Security Firewall equipment and additional aggregation network switch infrastructure across the Council's Moorside and JCH Datacentres for the Smarter Cities: - City Fibre: - Dark Fibre connectivity project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c2f02391-1111-4109-a4ca-4a78d0ff7249
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4821b637-b013-4bdb-aa1a-3ad0c9423aff
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£340,116 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£340,116 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jul 20223 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2022 - 1 Jan 2023 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR2 7SN
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
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
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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