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Procurement of Test Simulator and Service

BANK OF ENGLAND

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09 Sep 2025 at 07:46

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves the Bank of England as the buying organisation, aiming to procure test simulator licences and services under the industry category of Information Technology Services. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, and is classified under CPV code 72222300. The process took place in the United Kingdom, with the tender period ending on 2nd July 2025, and the contract being awarded on 9th July 2025. This procurement is in the award stage, with a contract period from 29th July 2025 to 28th July 2028, amounting to £648,585 in value.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in Information Technology Services. While the contract is not specified as suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms with proven expertise in providing IT services and test simulator solutions, like CDW Limited, which was the awarded supplier, are well-positioned to compete in such procurements. Engaging with prestigious institutions such as the Bank of England in significant contracts can facilitate business growth, enhance credibility, and expand industry networks, offering a platform for showcasing high-quality service delivery and innovation.

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Notice Title

Procurement of Test Simulator and Service

Notice Description

Provision of test simulator licenses and services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ea7bdccd-dc65-4b06-a30e-c5eb3ba9db9f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/172b5051-7516-453b-84af-23343c06132a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
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

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£648,585 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£648,585 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20259 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2025 - 28 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central 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
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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