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HPE Aruba Networking Enablement for DWP

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS

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03 Mar 2026 at 08:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "HPE Aruba Networking Enablement for DWP" was undertaken by the Department for Work & Pensions, a central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom. This tender, focused on staff training services in the technology industry, has progressed to the award stage, with EVOLEARN LIMITED being awarded the contract. The contract runs from 4th March 2026 to 31st May 2026, with the legal basis linked to the legislation UKPGA 2023/54. The procurement method used was direct purchasing, classified as below threshold without competition, and involved regions across the United Kingdom including UKC, UKD, UKE, and other key locations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in networking and IT training services. With a focus on hands-on experience in specific areas like ClearPass NAC solutions and HPE Aruba Networking Central, companies with expertise in these fields, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, can leverage such contracts to expand their service offerings and enhance their market presence. The contract valued at £20,000 can facilitate growth in the delivery of technical training across multiple regions, making it ideal for businesses aiming to strengthen their footprint in the UK public sector.

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Notice Title

HPE Aruba Networking Enablement for DWP

Notice Description

HPE Aruba Networking Enablement for DWP. Attendees will gain hands-on experience in selected focus areas. * ClearPass as a NAC solution * ClearPass Configuring Authentication Source ClearPass Configure External Devices * ClearPass Roles and Enforcement * ClearPass Configuring WLAN Services * WLAN Basics * HPE Aruba Networking Central Groups and Sites * HPE Aruba Networking Central WLAN * HPE Aruba Networking Central Gateway deployment Verify the Gateway Cluster membership * HPE Aruba Networking Central Security * HPE Aruba Networking Central licenses AIOps * HPE Aruba Networking Central Application Visibility and Presence Analytics * HPE Aruba Networking Central Administration and maintenance * HPE Aruba Networking Central API * HPE Aruba Networking Central Monitoring and troubleshooting * ClearPass Endpoint Profiling * ClearPass Administrative Access * ClearPass Insight Reports * ClearPass Troubleshooting Processed by SSCL

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066057
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018713-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVOLEARN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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