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NCD546 - Extreme Platform Network Hardware and Software

NEW COLLEGE DURHAM

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04 Dec 2025 at 15:04

Summary of the contracting process

New College Durham has completed the procurement process for the supply of network hardware and software, titled "NCD546 - Extreme Platform Network Hardware and Software". The contract was awarded on 31st October 2025 to Aspire Technology Solutions Ltd, operating within the networks industry category. Managed under the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation Framework, this procurement was conducted via a limited method without prior publication of a call for competition. The procurement included goods, specifically aimed at fulfilment across various regions in the United Kingdom, such as UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. This closed framework meant that non-registered suppliers were unable to participate, aligning with exemption regulations for education establishments regarding below-threshold procurements.

The awarded contract provides substantial opportunities for businesses involved in supplying network components, particularly those able to leverage framework agreements to provide specialised products efficiently. Aspire Technology Solutions Ltd, identified as a small to medium-sized enterprise, is well-suited for this type of procurement, demonstrating how SMEs can successfully secure contracts within the educational sector. Businesses with expertise in networks and technology solutions may find similar opportunities for growth by aligning with frameworks that cater to niche market demands. This scenario emphasises the importance of being registered with relevant frameworks to participate in limited procurement processes.

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Notice Title

NCD546 - Extreme Platform Network Hardware and Software

Notice Description

Supply of Network parts awarded via a Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO) Framework.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply of Network parts awarded via a Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO) Framework.

Procurement Information

The Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation Framework was a closed framework so non registered suppliers could not participate. New PRC23 regulations offer exemption for education establishments from advertising below threshold procurements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eee7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079817-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£61,063 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEW COLLEGE DURHAM
Contact Name
Craig Long
Contact Email
craig.long@newdur.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1913754014

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5ES
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASPIRE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

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