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title: "Network Infrastructure Refresh"
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# Network Infrastructure Refresh

Buyer: FCA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-343a06e7-5d16-4168-b63e-6f88998902c1

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## Summary

The public procurement contracting process for the "Network Infrastructure Refresh" project has been managed by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) located in London, UK. This procurement falls under the hardware industry category, specifically targeting the replacement of end-of-life network infrastructure, including a second site in Leeds to support disaster recovery requirements for London. The procurement method used was selective, forming part of a call-off from a framework agreement, and this specific tender has reached the award stage. The process concluded with CDW LIMITED being the successful supplier, with the contract starting on 10th June 2026 and ending on 9th December 2031. The award was actively made on 28th April 2026, with key dates in the procurement timeline including the tender period end date of 8th May 2026. The entire project has an estimated value of GBP 3,500,000.

This tender provides growth opportunities for businesses with a focus on delivering high-quality hardware solutions, especially those capable of handling extensive network infrastructure projects. While the FCA specified that this contract may not be suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), larger businesses with experience in framework agreements and disaster recovery infrastructure projects would be well-suited to compete. Successful completion of this project could enhance the selected supplier's portfolio in the public sector, showcasing their capability in handling significant hardware upgrades and providing substantial long-term value delivery.

## Notice

A new DFU network infrastructure to replace current one. The hardware, is end of life and needs replacement, includes second site, Leeds with a limited DF capability suitable to support DR requirements for the London location.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83e27310-a8f6-4b1e-884f-c5a4e671e5e2 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2026 - 9 Dec 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,292,433 |
| 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 | FCA |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2026 at 15:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83e27310-a8f6-4b1e-884f-c5a4e671e5e2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83e27310-a8f6-4b1e-884f-c5a4e671e5e2
  23rd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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