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title: "CPU 5441 Application Delivery Controllers (F5)"
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# CPU 5441 Application Delivery Controllers (F5)

Buyer: NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-170cf775-4caa-467c-93f0-fd5d3187b327

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## Summary

The procurement process for "CPU 5441 Application Delivery Controllers (F5)," conducted by Nottingham City Council, has reached the award stage. This opportunity was pursued through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement. The contract, valued at GBP 173,606, involves the renewal of F5 Networks Subscription and Support services, categorised under "Networking, Internet and intranet software package." The project location is specified as the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The contract commenced on 23rd July 2025 and is set to conclude on 23rd July 2028. The tender period ended on 15th June 2025, with the award announced on 15th July 2025.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for growth for businesses operating in the networking or software services sectors, particularly those with experience in providing subscription and support services. Firms specialising in this field, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), could find advantageous prospects, given the framework's suitability criteria. The awarding body, Nottingham City Council, seeks to enhance its digital infrastructure through this strategic contract, thus facilitating potential partnerships and future collaboration opportunities with involved or new suppliers aiming to gain a foothold in public sector contracts.

## Notice

F5 Networks Subscription and Support Renewal. G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement (RM1557.14)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8fe803-29e5-4b0f-8998-8b6fbeffdfb7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2025 - 23 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £173,606 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £173,606 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG2 3NG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham East |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLUEFORT SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2025 at 09:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8fe803-29e5-4b0f-8998-8b6fbeffdfb7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8fe803-29e5-4b0f-8998-8b6fbeffdfb7
  23rd July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk

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