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22 Jul 2026 at 14:46

Summary of the contracting process

Clackmannanshire Council, based in Alloa, is undertaking a procurement process titled "Corporate Network Infrastructure Replacement and Firewall Refresh," which falls under the industry category of goods specifically related to network infrastructure. This process involves the award stage and aims to replace the council's network and firewall systems. The procurement was carried out as a mini-competition under the Crown Commercial Service RM6098 framework, specifically Lot 1, which covers hardware, software, and associated services. The award was made to Insight Direct (UK) Ltd, with a contract value of £591,984. The process began on 8th January 2026, and three bids were submitted during the tender period. The project location is in Clackmannanshire, Scotland.

This tender presents ample opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of network and security hardware, software, and associated IT services. Companies specialising in site surveys, configurations, migrations, testing, and support services could find significant growth opportunities through participation in such contracts. The procurement method involved a Quick Quote via a mini-competition, which may be well-suited for businesses familiar with public sector procurement processes. Participation in similar frameworks can position businesses strategically for future tenders, allowing them to showcase their capabilities and secure valuable contracts with government bodies like Clackmannanshire Council.

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Notice Title

Corporate Network Infrastructure Replacement and Firewall Refresh

Notice Description

Clackmannanshire Council is seeking quotations under the Crown Commercial Service RM6098 framework (Lot 1 - Hardware, Software and Associated Services) for the replacement of its corporate network infrastructure and firewall estate.The requirement includes, but is not limited to, the supply of network and security hardware and software, associated licences and subscriptions, site surveys, design, configuration, migration, testing, and early-life ("hypercare") support.This Quick Quote is conducted as a mini-competition under RM6098. Suppliers must respond strictly in accordance with the Invitation to Tender (ITT), Call-Off Schedule 20 (Call-Off Specification), and the accompanying Call-Off and Joint Schedules issued with this Quick Quote.Suppliers are directed to review the full tender documentation in detail. The information provided in this Quick Quote does not replace, override, or amend the requirements set out in the ITT or Call-Off Schedules.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822252
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560703
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£591,984 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CLACKMANNANSHIRE COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

REGISTERS OF SCOTLAND

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 7AU
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Clackmannanshire
Electoral Ward
Clackmannanshire South
Westminster Constituency
Alloa and Grangemouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

ASA RECRUITMENT (QUICK QUOTES

CRAIGFORTH CONSULTANCY AND RESEARCH

HAYS SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

THE LINES BETWEEN

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE

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