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title: "QFX5120-32C-AFO / 32x100G 1U AC PSU"
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# QFX5120-32C-AFO / 32x100G 1U AC PSU

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6dfba52e-3d2d-4877-9fa7-c1f6d3a3a9a8

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## Summary

The University of the West of England, located in Bristol, acted as the buying organisation for a procurement process involving network equipment, specifically titled "QFX5120-32C-AFO / 32x100G 1U AC PSU." This process falls under the services category, with a focus on network equipment classified under CPV code 32420000. The procurement was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £419,197.58, was awarded to Kubus Group Limited. The procurement reached its award stage with the completion status and was active as of 16 December 2025, with the delivery location specified in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process concluded on 16 December 2025, followed by a contract period from 17 to 18 December 2025.

This tender provides opportunities for business growth, especially for companies specialising in network equipment and related services. As the procurement was suitable for SMEs, small to medium-sized enterprises with expertise in network infrastructure would find this opportunity favourable. Competing businesses offering innovative and efficient solutions tailored to framework agreements might secure future engagements. Additionally, firms located within the UK, particularly those near the South West, may find logistical advantages in fulfilling the contract requirements expediently.

## Notice

QFX5120-32C-AFO / 32x100G 1U AC PSU

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f39b91bc-0e64-45b3-b8f7-026c706ccfcc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Dec 2025 - 18 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £419,197 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £419,197 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KUBUS GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32420000 - Network equipment

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2026 at 11:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f39b91bc-0e64-45b3-b8f7-026c706ccfcc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f39b91bc-0e64-45b3-b8f7-026c706ccfcc
  21st January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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