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Interim continuity of hardware support for network and infrastructure

HOME OFFICE

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27 Feb 2025 at 15:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has completed the award stage of a procurement process titled "Interim continuity of hardware support for network and infrastructure" within the services industry category, specifically focusing on network infrastructure. The contract, valued at £1,241,121.40, is for a period from 1 February 2025 to 31 January 2026. Utilizing a direct procurement method through single tender action, this contractual agreement was established with Softcat plc. The project is located in London, United Kingdom, and addresses the immediate need for hardware support until other commercial arrangements are solidified.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies experienced in network infrastructure support, particularly those capable of ensuring hardware continuity. Given the direct award to Softcat plc, large-scale enterprises with similar capacities and expertise in providing reliable infrastructure services would be well-suited to undertake such projects in the future. This procurement highlights the need for agile and reputable service providers that can swiftly respond to critical government requirements, ensuring seamless operations and robust infrastructure resilience.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interim continuity of hardware support for network and infrastructure

Notice Description

A short-term contract to achieve continuity of hardware support while other commercial arrangements are concluded.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dffe25ea-869d-4549-81c6-4c8a66fe35c1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3874b07d-7f12-4ee9-b8f6-33a1b32b583b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,241,121 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,241,121 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 6-12 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialddatenterpriseservices@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

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