Award

Award of Network Access Points (GCA RM6098 Lot 2 Mini Competition)

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Award

27 May 2026 at 11:59

Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council, based in Lochgilphead, has completed the procurement process for the supply of Network Access Points under the title "Award of Network Access Points (GCA RM6098 Lot 2 Mini Competition)." This tender falls under the goods category, specifically dealing with network equipment and components. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the contract having been signed on 5th November 2026. The process was initiated on 27th May 2026, with a retrospective award date of 11th May 2026. The successful supplier is Akhter Computers Limited, situated in Harlow. The tender is linked to a formal award made through further competition.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network equipment and components, particularly those adept at participating in competitive mini competitions. Companies with robust supply chains, competitive pricing strategies, and the ability to deliver high-quality goods promptly would be well-positioned to benefit. The contract value of £277,004.00 plus VAT highlights a substantial business opportunity, and with eight bids received, it demonstrates a healthy competitive environment. Businesses seeking to grow within the public sector procurement domain should consider engaging in similar opportunities to expand their market presence.

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Notice Title

Award of Network Access Points (GCA RM6098 Lot 2 Mini Competition)

Notice Description

Argyll and Bute Council invites you to bid in this further competition for the supply of Network Access Points.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830031
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556641
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

32420000 - Network equipment

32422000 - Network components

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20261 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
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

AKHTER COMPUTERS

IPSOS MORI

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