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title: "Edge Network Refresh - Switch hardware and associated software licenses"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a6935322-a170-4c96-abdd-a26953184817"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON"
published: "2019-07-24"
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# Edge Network Refresh - Switch hardware and associated software licenses

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a6935322-a170-4c96-abdd-a26953184817

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## Summary

The recent public procurement process was conducted by the University of Southampton for the contract titled "Edge Network Refresh - Switch hardware and associated software licenses." This procurement falls under the category of network equipment and was located in the South East of England. The tender period concluded on 3rd June 2019, with the contract awarded to British Telecommunications plc on 6th June 2019, for a total value of £356,454. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for growth for businesses specialising in network equipment and services, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide similar solutions. With the continual demand for refreshing and upgrading network infrastructure, businesses capable of delivering innovative hardware and software solutions, as well as associated support services, are well-positioned to compete in future tenders in this industry.

## Notice

**AWARD OF CONTRACT** for provision of network switches, associated licences, stacking and power cables, power supply and associated equipment housing. ***PLEASE NOTE*** This requirement has already been fulfilled therefore this noticed is published for transparency purposes only***

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb969e5-b768-4263-b8a5-a86fa9cd4a38 |
| 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 | 24 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jun 2019 |
| Contract period | 6 Jun 2019 - 31 Jul 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £356,454 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £356,454 |
| 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 SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32420000 - Network equipment

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2019 at 15:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb969e5-b768-4263-b8a5-a86fa9cd4a38

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb969e5-b768-4263-b8a5-a86fa9cd4a38
  24th July 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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