Planning

Cisco Hardware - Networking/Telephony

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

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Planning

29 May 2025 at 08:51

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Cisco Hardware - Networking/Telephony". This process falls under the goods procurement category, specifically for data-processing equipment to improve the Health Board's networking infrastructure. The planned procurement is governed by the UK's central government and Welsh devolved regulations. Key dates include a future notice date set for 30th May 2025, with the contract period expected to commence on 1st February 2026, concluding by 31st January 2029, and possibly extending to 31st January 2030. The main delivery address is located in the UKL21 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in networking and telephony equipment, particularly those experienced with Cisco hardware. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project's suitability criteria specifically welcomes their involvement. Companies in the tech and communications industry with expertise in providing robust networking solutions to health organisations will find this tender aligned with their growth objectives. Successfully securing this contract could lead to a long-term partnership with NHS Wales, enhancing the company's profile and paving the way for future public sector opportunities.

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Notice Title

Cisco Hardware - Networking/Telephony

Notice Description

Equipment required for Health Board networking infrastructure to ensure a reliable network is provided

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052889
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028333-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30236200 - Data-processing equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Chloe Phelps
Contact Email
chloe.phelps@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL21 Monmouthshire and Newport

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

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