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Procurement to Replace Current Server Network Switching Products

WEST BERKSHIRE COUNCIL

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20 May 2026 at 11:19

Summary of the contracting process

The tender process, initiated by West Berkshire Council, aimed to replace current server network switching products while incorporating maintenance and support services. Categorised under the industry of goods, this procurement dealt with hardware specifications and was conducted through a limited procurement method, classified as below threshold with limited competition. The award stage has been completed, with the contract valued at £48,908 (gross £58,689.6). The key procurement dates include the contract signing on 24th March 2026 and the contract period extending from 25th March 2026 to 31st March 2031. Located in Newbury, UK, this contracting process underscores the role of public authority at the sub-central government level in driving technological upgrades.

This procurement, specifically targeting server network switching products, presents a unique growth opportunity for businesses in the IT hardware supply industry. Given its focus on hardware, companies specialising in network equipment manufacture or distribution, particularly small to medium enterprises (SMEs), may find this tender particularly relevant. The successful bidder, Servnet Ltd, based in London, exemplifies the kind of business that can thrive under this procurement type. Engaging in such contracts allows IT firms to expand their portfolios, increase credibility in the public sector, and foster long-term client relationships with local councils.

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Notice Title

Procurement to Replace Current Server Network Switching Products

Notice Description

The Council is letting a contract for Procurement to Replace Current Server Network Switching Products plus Maintenance & Support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069d3f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046311-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,908 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST BERKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWBURY
Postcode
RG14 5LD
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)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Berkshire
Electoral Ward
Newbury Central
Westminster Constituency
Newbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SERVNET

Further Information

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