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title: "IBM POWER Infrastructure Replacement via the NHS SBS DWS Framework"
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buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2023-09-14"
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# IBM POWER Infrastructure Replacement via the NHS SBS DWS Framework

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5789ea7e-7eef-4cd3-94f4-dc31667ad8ea

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## Summary

The Durham County Council has completed the tender process for the replacement of IBM POWER Infrastructure via the NHS SBS DWS Framework. This procurement falls under the goods category and involves network infrastructure. The contract period runs from 16th August 2023 to 15th August 2028. The tender method used was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The deadline for tender submission was 2nd August 2023. The contracting authority for this procurement is the Durham County Council located in Durham, England.

This awarded contract can provide opportunities for both large and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in network infrastructure services. Businesses dealing with network upgrades may find this tender particularly suitable. The contract was awarded to INSIGHT DIRECT (SERVICES) LIMITED and COMPUTER SYSTEMS INTEGRATION LIMITED. SMEs and organisations focusing on infrastructure maintenance can benefit from engaging with Durham County Council through this contract.

## Notice

Replacement of infrastructure which requires compliance and compatibility with current infrastructure. To include 5 years maintenance. Direct award via the NHS Shared Business Services Digital Workplace Solutions Framework utilised.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5089f39-ed8d-45ff-9620-2c2a07899603 |
| 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 | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Aug 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | 15 Aug 2023 - 15 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £207,860 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Supplier names | COMPUTER SYSTEMS INTEGRATION; INSIGHT DIRECT (SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32424000 - Network infrastructure
- 32428000 - Network upgrade

## Release History

- 14 Sep 2023 at 10:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5089f39-ed8d-45ff-9620-2c2a07899603

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5089f39-ed8d-45ff-9620-2c2a07899603
  14th September 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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