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Cisco Access Points

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX

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24 Jun 2025 at 10:36

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Cisco Access Points was conducted by The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex under the tender ID C19546. It entailed the acquisition of 130 Cisco Meraki MR36 Access Points and 30 Cisco Meraki MR44 Access Points specifically for Essex Police. The procurement falls into the category of goods and was undertaken using a limited method below the threshold, signifying restricted competition. Located in Witham, Essex, the contracting authority operates under UK legal framework 2023/54. This process has been completed with the award dated 24th June 2025, and the contract signing occurring on 23rd June 2025. The contract is active and spans from 24th June 2025 to 25th June 2025, valued at approximately £39,038.90 excluding VAT.

This procurement creates opportunities for businesses specialising in network equipment and computer ports, as indicated by the CPV classification. Companies offering large-scale production and distribution of such technological resources, like Probrand Ltd, which has been appointed as the supplier, are ideally positioned to compete in similar tenders. Other similar-sized technology firms with expertise in providing high-quality networking solutions can leverage such opportunities to expand their business footprint in collaboration with public authorities. Engaging in these procurement processes enhances business growth by securing governmental contracts, thereby ensuring a steady demand for business offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cisco Access Points

Notice Description

130 x Cisco Meraki MR36 Access Point & 30 x Cisco Meraki MR44 Access Point for Essex Police.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05526f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034667-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

30237120 - Computer ports

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,038 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20254 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jun 2025 - 25 Jun 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
darren.smith2@essex.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WITHAM
Postcode
CM8 3HB
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Braintree
Electoral Ward
Silver End & Cressing
Westminster Constituency
Witham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROBRAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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