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title: "Supply of Ad-hoc Network Infrastructure & Hardware via the NHSSBS DWS Framework ref: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411/23"
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# Supply of Ad-hoc Network Infrastructure & Hardware via the NHSSBS DWS Framework ref: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411/23

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-52c3201f-2f30-4ee3-a5d2-1002a680efb7

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## Summary

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for the supply of ad-hoc network infrastructure and hardware via the NHSSBS DWS Framework, reference SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411/23. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically miscellaneous computer equipment, with the location of delivery specified for the North East region of the United Kingdom. The tender was conducted through a selective procurement method, in the form of a call-off from a framework agreement, and has progressed to the award stage. The contract period extends from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2026, with Switchshop Limited being the awarded supplier. The estimated contract value is £300,000, underscoring the significant investment in enhancing IT infrastructure.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in the supply and configuration of network infrastructure to expand their client base and build partnerships with local government bodies. Companies specialising in computer hardware and related goods can leverage this framework agreement to demonstrate their expertise and reliability in delivering essential IT solutions. Particularly, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and those engaging in voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors may find this opportunity lucrative due to the suitability considerations outlined by the buyer. Engaging in such contracts can potentially enhance business portfolios and open avenues for subsequent public sector procurement endeavours.

## Notice

The DCC ICT team have a requirement for various pieces of ad-hoc network equipment to provide the service with suitable IT infrastructure to deliver its business.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9c23fff-f62c-46e1-8910-11ca5fbf4a39 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000 |
| 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30236000 - Miscellaneous computer equipment

## Release History

- 3 Sep 2025 at 15:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9c23fff-f62c-46e1-8910-11ca5fbf4a39

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9c23fff-f62c-46e1-8910-11ca5fbf4a39
  3rd September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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