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title: "Networking Kit - Plot C New HQ - Direct Award via the NHS SBS DWS Framework"
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buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Networking Kit - Plot C New HQ - Direct Award via the NHS SBS DWS Framework

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9033d5f7-4879-4c05-8cef-dc82f864c405

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## Summary

The Durham County Council recently awarded a contract for Networking Kit - Plot C New HQ via a Direct Award using the NHS SBS DWS Framework. This procurement falls under the goods category in the network equipment classification. The procurement method was selective, with a tender period closing on 20th October 2022. The contract period spans from 26th October 2022 to 25th October 2023. The buyer, Durham County Council, located in Durham, North East, United Kingdom, sought equipment compatible with existing infrastructure for the new HQ construction project.

This awarded contract offers opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs, and vendors such as SWITCHSHOP LIMITED who have the expertise in supplying networking equipment. The contract was valued at £148,815.18 GBP. Businesses capable of delivering within the specified timeframe and meeting the technical requirements expressed in the tender description would be well-suited to compete in such procurement opportunities. For any enquiries or further information, businesses can contact Christine Little at Durham County Council.

## Notice

Networking infrastructure and Wi-Fi kit is required for the new build HQ (Plot C). The equipment must be compatible with the current infrastructure and must be able to be delivered in line with the construction project, therefore the requirement will be sourced via direct award via the NHS Shared Business Service Digital Workplace Solutions Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18fd6aab-df48-4380-b654-ab8eeda526ea |
| 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 | 23 Jan 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Oct 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Nov 2022 |
| Contract period | 25 Oct 2022 - 25 Oct 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £148,815 |
| 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 5UL |
| 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

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

### Codes

- 32420000 - Network equipment

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2023 at 15:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18fd6aab-df48-4380-b654-ab8eeda526ea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18fd6aab-df48-4380-b654-ab8eeda526ea
  23rd January 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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