Tender

Fortinet products v2

BRACKNELL FOREST BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

26 May 2026 at 14:51

Summary of the contracting process

Bracknell Forest Borough Council is inviting tenders for the procurement of new Fortigate hardware and the extension of subscriptions and support for existing hardware. This procurement process, categorised under the "goods" industry, involves an open competition method and is presently in the tender stage. Located in Bracknell, UKJ11 region, the tender is open to submissions until 12th June 2026, with an enquiry period concluding on 5th June 2026. The procurement has a gross value of £149,999, with specific categories including internet, intranet, and ethernet networks. Potential vendors are advised to refer to the associated tender documents for full criteria and submission guidelines available on ProContract.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network and telecommunications equipment, particularly those with capabilities in providing Fortinet products and services. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) as well as Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, with favourable conditions present for organisations with Fortinet reseller status. The open competition and emphasis on quality and pricing criteria offer an equitable field for businesses aiming to expand their services within local government sectors and secure a long-term contract lasting until May 2033.

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Notice Title

Fortinet products v2

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-06a41a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048974-2026
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, VCSE
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
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 20261 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 31 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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