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title: "7F-2020-0429 Hardware for VPN Refresh- Essex & Kent Police"
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# 7F-2020-0429 Hardware for VPN Refresh- Essex & Kent Police

Buyer: NORFOLK CONSTABULARY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4ca57b32-1de5-489c-a06a-164ef4c09705

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Norfolk Constabulary, involves the tender titled "7F-2020-0429 Hardware for VPN Refresh- Essex & Kent Police," which focuses on the procurement of hardware to support the technology refresh of VPN infrastructure. This contract falls within the "goods" category and is classified under network infrastructure, with a total value of £332,514.84. The procurement method employed is selective, executed through a call-off from a framework agreement under RM6068 (TePAS). The tender period concluded on 2nd December 2020 and the contract commenced on 22nd December 2020, extending until 22nd January 2021. The delivery addresses are located in the East of England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology sector, particularly those specialising in network infrastructure hardware and services. Companies that are well-suited to compete include suppliers of VPN technology solutions, as well as other IT hardware providers looking to expand their market presence within public sector contracts. Given the scale of the procurement, businesses with substantial experience in government procurement processes may benefit particularly well in this sector.

## Notice

Procurement of hardware to support tech refresh of VPN infrastructure. Procured through mini competition on RM6068 (TePAS)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d86c732-fa73-43ea-9c0b-14abdd80b177 |
| 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 | 7 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 23 Dec 2020 - 23 Jan 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £332,514 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £332,514 |
| 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 | NORFOLK CONSTABULARY |
| Locality | WYMONDHAM |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR18 0WW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk |
| Local authority | South Norfolk |
| Electoral ward | South Wymondham |
| Westminster constituency | South Norfolk |
| 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

- 32424000 - Network infrastructure

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2021 at 12:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d86c732-fa73-43ea-9c0b-14abdd80b177

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d86c732-fa73-43ea-9c0b-14abdd80b177
  7th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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