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title: "Replacement Load Balancers - AWARD"
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# Replacement Load Balancers - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF YORK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ad3c3206-d8fb-4395-b2fb-72b5d159a31c

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## Summary

The University of York has recently completed the tender for "Replacement Load Balancers," part of the IT services sector, which falls under the CPV classification of 72000000. This procurement process was initiated to acquire essential goods related to consulting, software development, and Internet support. The tender period ended on 19th October 2017, while the actual contract commenced on 30th October 2017 and concluded on 6th November 2017. The process finalised with an awarded contract worth £85,000, with Softcat Ltd being the successful supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the IT sector, particularly those specialising in networking hardware and related services. Companies that provide load balancers, IT consultancy, and have experience working with educational institutions would be particularly well-suited to compete in future tenders. Engaging with contracts from established organisations like the University of York can enhance a business's visibility and credibility in the marketplace, fostering growth and potential collaboration opportunities in the sector.

## Notice

The University is pleased to invite you to tender for this requirement. Please ensure you register/log-in to In-Tend then download and carefully read all documents attached to this invitation. Please note that tender responses and all communications should be made via In-Tend. To download ITT documents, please stay logged in to In-Tend and go to My Tenders, click on View Details under the appropriate project description, click on ITT tab and click on Download.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6927a7e5-58b2-42e8-b834-24fcea47f303 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Oct 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Oct 2017 - 6 Nov 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £85,000 |
| 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 YORK |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO10 5DD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Hull Road |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2018 at 11:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6927a7e5-58b2-42e8-b834-24fcea47f303

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6927a7e5-58b2-42e8-b834-24fcea47f303
  14th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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