---
title: "Provision of Networking Hardware and Components"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-34c40682-f52a-4d6f-b77a-e603b9da376c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE"
published: "2018-04-04"
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# Provision of Networking Hardware and Components

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-34c40682-f52a-4d6f-b77a-e603b9da376c

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## Summary

The procurement process, conducted by the Crown Commercial Service, involved a tender for the "Provision of Networking Hardware and Components." This contract, classified under the industry category of office and computing machinery, had a total value of £2,050,726 and was initiated under a selective procurement method using a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 1st March 2018, and the awarded contract is active, with a contract period running from 29th March 2018 to 30th June 2019. The delivery locations include the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and other specified regions.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in networking hardware and related components, particularly those capable of supplying under a framework agreement. Companies that focus on information technology, electronics, and telecommunications, including both large suppliers and small to medium-sized enterprises that meet the requirements, would find this a valuable opportunity to expand their market presence. With the contract already awarded to SOFTWARE BOX LIMITED, it also serves as a benchmark for future bids in similar tenders.

## Notice

Provision of Networking Hardware and Components with option for additional extras.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a62c3027-b8b5-4935-8809-01efcada4eac |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 28 Mar 2018 - 30 Jun 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,050,726 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,050,726 |
| 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 | SOFTWARE BOX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2018 at 11:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a62c3027-b8b5-4935-8809-01efcada4eac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a62c3027-b8b5-4935-8809-01efcada4eac
  4th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7c06fe0a-8649-462c-860c-25181ab98b87
  Redacted Award Letter

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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