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title: "Provision of JMNIAN Routers and Gladiator Spares"
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# Provision of JMNIAN Routers and Gladiator Spares

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2c819242-cf10-45bb-bb9b-8cf42557fb56

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## Summary

The Crown Commercial Service has completed a procurement process for the supply of JMNIAN Routers and Gladiator Spares, which are crucial for UK Defence and its Allies' operational training requirements. The tender, classified under network routers (CPV 32413100), was closed on 7 March 2022, with a total contract value of £445,775.86 and a duration from 9 March 2022 to 8 March 2023. This selective procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract awarded to SOFTCAT PLC.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses within the telecommunications and defence contracting sectors, particularly those experienced in supplying network infrastructure and technology solutions. Companies that specialise in network routers or related hardware, and those capable of delivering robust, secure products for military applications, would be well-positioned to compete in similar future contracts. Engaging in this niche market could significantly enhance business growth and establish long-term partnerships within the defence industry.

## Notice

3.1 JMNIAN is the current network of choice for experimentation, Test and Validation, pre-deployment and training by UK Defence and its Allies. The Network has up to 50 Points of Presence throughout the UK and overseas, with gateways to various security domains. The JMNIAN network is a vital capability tool which is relied upon by the UK forces to support their Defence Operational Training requirements, often incorporating joint working with international Allied forces, through a fully interoperable capability. Over several years on in-service use, the JMNIAN network has proven to be a capable, reliable, and productive resource resulting in an expansive list of enduring and episodic initiatives that depend upon JMNAIN network availability.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/defd9286-185b-4fae-9d2f-74e2f118f8b8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2022 - 8 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £445,775 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £445,775 |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32413100 - Network routers

## Release History

- 6 Apr 2022 at 08:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/defd9286-185b-4fae-9d2f-74e2f118f8b8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/defd9286-185b-4fae-9d2f-74e2f118f8b8
  6th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/38ac766d-329b-4c02-a151-a3a05b9b0fc1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/adff5b01-110e-4b7d-9e27-2bd72c71ce85

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

## Provenance

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