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title: "RA296529 - 0AR - Cisco Data Centre Switches"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-80ebc622-44b0-4851-a05a-5cd2efce42a4"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS NORTH OF ENGLAND CSU"
published: "2021-02-03"
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# RA296529 - 0AR - Cisco Data Centre Switches

Buyer: NHS NORTH OF ENGLAND CSU  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-80ebc622-44b0-4851-a05a-5cd2efce42a4

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## Summary

NHS North of England CSU is soliciting quotations for Cisco Data Centre Switches as per the NHS SBS Framework for Digital Workplace Solutions. This procurement is currently at the Award stage, following an open procedure. The tender (RA296529) was initiated on 3rd February 2021, following a clarification deadline of 20th January 2021. The contract period commenced on 3rd February 2021 and concluded on the same day, with a total award value of approximately £212,032.26 GBP, awarded to CDW Limited.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the tech supplies sector, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in computer equipment. Companies that can provide high-quality data centre solutions and possess the capability to effectively meet the NHS's requirements would be particularly well-suited to compete in this procurement process. Engaging with the NHS framework not only allows businesses to grow their portfolio but also to build lasting relationships within the public sector.

## Notice

You are invited to submit a quotation on behalf of NHS North of England CSU for Cisco Data Centre Switches under the NHS SBS Framework Digital Workplace Solutions SBS/ 19/AB/WAB/9411 Terms and conditions - The deadline for clarification questions is 20/01/2021 11.00am\ Responses to the clarification questions will be sent out, no later than 24 hours after the deadline.\ All communication and submissions must come via Multiquote and all prices net VAT GBP - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA296529. Not registered on MultiQuote - visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote RA296529 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3e412ac-5885-4657-a672-7f6caeb5d72a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 4 Feb 2021 - 5 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £226,068 |
| 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 NORTH OF ENGLAND CSU |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 3YG |
| 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 | Durham South |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2021 at 16:28 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3e412ac-5885-4657-a672-7f6caeb5d72a
- 3 Feb 2021 at 15:32 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3e412ac-5885-4657-a672-7f6caeb5d72a
- 3 Feb 2021 at 12:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3e412ac-5885-4657-a672-7f6caeb5d72a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3e412ac-5885-4657-a672-7f6caeb5d72a
  3rd February 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

## Provenance

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