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title: "DFU Data Centre Switches - NS"
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# DFU Data Centre Switches - NS

Buyer: POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ae7b9d62-cde4-4da7-9ab7-afa1e9095efb

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## Summary

The procurement process, facilitated by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk, involves the award of a contract titled "DFU Data Centre Switches - NS" under the industry category of "Switches" (CPV code 31214100). This project, located in the East of England, calls for the supply of data centre switches, with a contract value of £130,525. The procurement was managed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period's end on 26th June 2024, the contract start on 11th July 2024, and its conclusion on 11th September 2024.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in data centre hardware, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability criteria favouring such entities. Large suppliers like Softcat plc, the chosen supplier, underscore the high standards expected. The procurement's completion and award stage signal a robust opportunity for businesses in the IT and hardware supply sectors to demonstrate their products' quality and reliability, potentially leading to future contracts and an expanded business portfolio.

## Notice

Notice of award of contract for the supply of data centre switches.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a87c6d4a-b740-4a47-8016-381681413d9b |
| 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 | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 10 Jul 2024 - 11 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £130,525 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £130,524 |
| 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 | POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK43 9AX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Kempston West |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31214100 - Switches

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2024 at 15:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a87c6d4a-b740-4a47-8016-381681413d9b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a87c6d4a-b740-4a47-8016-381681413d9b
  22nd August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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