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Mini Competition for the Provision of Core Routers via the NHSSBS Framework Ref SBS / 19 / AB / WAB / 9411

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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30 Nov 2021 at 15:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involved Durham County Council seeking suppliers for core routers as part of a Mini Competition within the NHS Shared Business Services Framework. The contract, valued at approximately £526,964.40, entails a contract period from 15th November 2021 to 14th November 2023, targeting the North East region of England. The tender process concluded on 4th November 2021, with the successful bidder announced on 8th November 2021. The core routers supplied must meet specific technical specifications and come with a year of licensing and support.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in providing network goods and services. Companies that specialise in telecommunications equipment and networking solutions would find themselves well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in future tenders. With an increasing demand for digital solutions across public sectors, businesses that can ensure compliance with technical requirements and offer seamless integration into existing infrastructures will thrive in this landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mini Competition for the Provision of Core Routers via the NHSSBS Framework Ref SBS / 19 / AB / WAB / 9411

Notice Description

Durham County Council had a requirement for the provision of core routers to various strategic sites across the Council and utilised the Mini-Competition option within the NHS Shared Business Services Digital Workplace Solutions Framework to award a successful provider. It is imperative to the contract that the routers supplied are in line with the current specification as detailed within the Mini-Competition Documentation. It is also vital that all devices are supplied with all necessary accessories in order to be operational and create a seamless transition into the current infrastructure, are delivered in line with the required timeline within the Mini-Competition Documentation and that 1 year of licencing / support is provided with the purchase.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dc43210c-7252-43cc-a764-2685bdc2363e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b6bba1-504a-4c04-b406-cb9f96f07a61
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Mini-Competition within an Established Framework Agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32413100 - Network routers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£526,964 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
15 Nov 2021 - 14 Nov 2023 1-2 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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UQ
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWITCHSHOP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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