Tender

Fortinet products

BRACKNELL FOREST BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

29 Apr 2026 at 10:46

Summary of the contracting process

Bracknell Forest Borough Council invites bids for the procurement of Fortinet products through an open competition method. The contract involves acquiring new Fortigate hardware and expanding subscriptions and support for existing hardware. Situated in Bracknell, UK, the process spans from 29th April 2026, with tender submissions due by 22nd May 2026 at 17:00 BST. The tender falls within the goods category, specifically addressing internet and Ethernet networks, and aims to serve the public authority sector under sub-central government classification. Interested parties can inquire until 13th May 2026.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in network components, including internet and Ethernet networks, to expand their presence within the public sector. Companies with a high Fortinet reseller grade, especially those with silver or gold status, are well-suited to compete, as their partner status will influence scoring. Small and medium enterprises are encouraged to participate, and the contract offers a substantial growth opportunity with a total value nearing £150,000, spanning a period from 8th June 2026 to 1st May 2033. A competitive pricing strategy and strong product quality will be key to success in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

Fortinet products

Notice Description

The council is seeking to procure new Fortigate hardware and extend subscriptions and support on existing hardware. Please quote for the items in the RFQ document.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068dc8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039089-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32412110 - Internet network

32412120 - Intranet network

32413100 - Network routers

32415000 - Ethernet network

32422000 - Network components

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£119,999 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£119,999 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Jun 2026 - 1 May 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRACKNELL FOREST BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRACKNELL
Postcode
RG12 1JD
Post Town
Reading
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
TLJ11 Berkshire

Local Authority
Bracknell Forest
Electoral Ward
Town Centre & The Parks
Westminster Constituency
Bracknell

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