--- title: "Provision of Meraki network switches and licences" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5612f33e-89d8-4bac-81e5-34a8100bb8fe" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5612f33e-89d8-4bac-81e5-34a8100bb8fe" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5612f33e-89d8-4bac-81e5-34a8100bb8fe.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5612f33e-89d8-4bac-81e5-34a8100bb8fe.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT" published: "2026-05-11" --- # Provision of Meraki network switches and licences Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5612f33e-89d8-4bac-81e5-34a8100bb8fe [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5612f33e-89d8-4bac-81e5-34a8100bb8fe) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5612f33e-89d8-4bac-81e5-34a8100bb8fe.json) ## Summary The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW), located in Eastleigh, Hampshire, has completed the procurement process for the provision of Meraki network switches and licences, awarding the contract to Specialist Computer Centre plc. The procurement, carried out via the Crown Commercial Services Network Services 3 Framework (RM6116), focuses on the Local Area Network industry category, with a particular emphasis on Intra Site Connectivity / Local Connectivity Services. This selective procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £135,142.18, commenced on 27 April 2026 and will conclude on 26 April 2027, encompassing regions across England, United Kingdom. This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT infrastructure, especially those capable of providing network hardware and licences. The framework utilised is conducive for SMEs, indicating an openness for engagement from small to medium enterprises in future opportunities of a similar nature. Companies with expertise in network solutions and those capable of navigating and fulfilling framework agreements will find ample avenues for business growth and potential contract acquisitions in collaboration with NHS entities. The involvement in such public sector contracts not only facilitates financial growth but also enhances portfolio diversity and credibility in the sector. ## Notice NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for the provision of Meraki network switches and licences to Specialist Computer Centre plc on behalf of NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) Integrated Care Board (ICB). This requirement has been procured via Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Network Services 3 (RM6116) Framework Lot 2a: Intra Site Connectivity (Local Area Network) / Local Connectivity Services. Additional information: NOTE: To register your interest in any future opportunities and obtain any additional information please visit the SCW E-Procurement Web Site at the link provided. https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f997b320-2ba1-4042-9c61-e9a0d833e276 | | 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 | 11 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 26 Apr 2026 | | Contract period | 26 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £135,142 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £135,142 | | 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 | NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT | | Locality | EASTLEIGH, HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO50 5PB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ35 South Hampshire | | Local authority | Eastleigh | | Electoral ward | Eastleigh Central | | Westminster constituency | Eastleigh | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32410000 - Local area network ## Release History - 11 May 2026 at 13:38 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f997b320-2ba1-4042-9c61-e9a0d833e276 - 7 May 2026 at 14:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f997b320-2ba1-4042-9c61-e9a0d833e276 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f997b320-2ba1-4042-9c61-e9a0d833e276 11th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7c8c812e-3469-4d89-8174-a729e9736f1b ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome - https://www.scwcsu.nhs.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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