Award

Aruba network switches

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Award

30 Jul 2024 at 09:38

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has recently completed a procurement process for Aruba network switches under the industry category of Network Equipment (CPV code 32420000). The procurement was executed using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £51,088.44, awarded to Prolinx, covers the period from 11th March 2024 to 11th April 2024. The project is located at Edgbaston, Birmingham, with delivery expected at postal code B15 2TT. The award was published on 30th July 2024, following the completion of the tender period on 10th March 2024.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network equipment, particularly those capable of providing reliable and high-quality network switches. SMEs are actively encouraged to participate, making this a conducive opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises to establish or expand their presence in the educational sector. Companies with experience in fulfilling framework agreement procurements would find this tender well-suited to their capabilities, with potential for long-term business growth through such high-value, reputable contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Aruba network switches

Notice Description

Aruba network switches

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ddf078d5-bc7c-498f-bd91-331dab9c96a5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f0b2ddf-6796-4050-846d-a4702fed503a
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£51,088 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,573 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
11 Mar 2024 - 11 Apr 2024 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
Richard Holmes
Contact Email
r.holmes@bham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01214143344

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROLINX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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