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PAHT - Cisco Switching Advantage Licence Switch

THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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11 Mar 2026 at 12:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Cisco Switching Advantage Licence Switch was conducted by The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, located in Welwyn Garden City, England. This recently awarded contract falls within the industry category of software-related services, classified under CPV 72260000. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically through a call-off from the NOE CPC Total Technology Solutions Framework agreement. The tender was completed with the contract awarded on 5 March 2026, and the contract period runs from 5 March 2026 to 4 March 2029. The delivery location is specified as the United Kingdom, with the postal code CM20 1QX.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for large-scale enterprises like Softcat plc, the supplier that successfully secured the award. Given the size and scope of the contract valued at £69,000, other large companies with expertise in software-related services and similar frameworks are well-suited to compete in such procurement activities. Although not specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, it promotes collaboration within established entities in the technology industry, enhancing business prospects and fostering long-term partnerships with major healthcare organisations like The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. Business users interested in similar prospects should consider expanding their offerings to align with framework agreements to maximise their chances of success in future tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PAHT - Cisco Switching Advantage Licence Switch

Notice Description

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust award for Cisco Switching Advantage Licence Switch via NOE CPC Total Technology Solutions Framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dee635fe-8801-48e4-9db0-493dfd2ce422
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7f03c5c-01e5-490c-8b78-48d4bfada715
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£69,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£69,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 Mar 2026 - 4 Mar 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
THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
AL8 6NS
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Handside
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

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