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title: "Scalable Storage Solution"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES"
published: "2026-03-03"
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# Scalable Storage Solution

Buyer: THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4c65660f-1a25-4ae4-bd32-47b3c5ba3a67

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## Summary

The National Archives, based in Richmond, England, has completed the procurement process for a scalable storage solution, classified under the information systems and servers category. The procurement involved a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the award granted to Wavenet Limited on 22nd January 2026. The contract period spans from 23rd January 2026 to 22nd January 2028, with a total value of £281,983. The award notice was published on 3rd March 2026. The procurement process has reached the award stage, concluding with the active contract status.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in information systems and storage solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would find this tender particularly advantageous due to its suitability for such entities. The focus on a scalable solution presents lucrative prospects for companies capable of providing robust IT infrastructure to support The National Archives' operational needs. Engaging in this framework agreement can bolster a supplier's portfolio, enhance market presence, and foster long-term relationships with public sector clients. Business growth can be propelled by contributing to a high-profile institution like The National Archives, providing strategic and customer-centred solutions within the technological sector.

## Notice

Scalable file and block storage solution.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03d836f1-d2a7-4aab-8a16-b4378cf3ae8d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Jan 2026 - 22 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £281,983 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £281,983 |
| 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 | THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 4DU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48800000 - Information systems and servers

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 14:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03d836f1-d2a7-4aab-8a16-b4378cf3ae8d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03d836f1-d2a7-4aab-8a16-b4378cf3ae8d
  3rd March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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