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27 Jul 2026 at 08:22

Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Switch Refresh Project, overseen by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), focused on updating the networking equipment integral to HMRC's data centre network. This project, classified under the network equipment industry category (CPV code 32420000), was specifically for the replacement of ageing Cisco ACI switches. The procurement stage is complete, with a contract awarded via a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure. Key details include the awarding of the contract on 27th July 2026 to bt plc, with the contract valued at £1,589,255. The project was centred in the United Kingdom, specifically facilitated from HMRC's address in London.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the provision of network equipment, particularly those dealing with sophisticated data centre technology. Given the contract's focus, companies with extensive experience in network infrastructure for governmental or large-scale organisations are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Large-scale enterprises offering advanced and cost-efficient solutions, like bt plc, demonstrate the ideal supplier profile capable of leveraging public sector projects for growth. The rigorous procurement methodology underscores the high standards expected of suppliers in such significant national-level projects.

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Notice Title

SR3107976135 Crown Switch Refresh Project

Notice Description

Replace ageing Cisco ACI switches that underpin HMRC's Crown Hosting data centre network

Lot Information

Lot 1

Replace ageing Cisco ACI switches that underpin HMRC's Crown Hosting data centre network

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d3d9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070574-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,589,255 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks 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
HM REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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

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