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title: "Network switches, firewalls and access points with five year support"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b0da59e7-eb9d-41da-9658-e196d051a54c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WYRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-29"
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# Network switches, firewalls and access points with five year support

Buyer: WYRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b0da59e7-eb9d-41da-9658-e196d051a54c

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## Summary

Wyre Council, based in Poulton-le-Fylde, England, has completed a procurement process for the provision of network switches, firewalls, and wireless access points, with a five-year support term. This procurement falls within the industry category of radio, television, communication, telecommunication, and related equipment, classified under CPV code 32000000. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender stage ended on 4th May 2026, and the contract has been awarded to The Networking People (TNP) Limited, starting from 13th May 2026 and continuing until 12th June 2031. The total contract value is £73,739.11, providing strategic communication infrastructure to support Wyre Council's operations.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in telecommunication and network infrastructure. Businesses involved in the supply of specialised communication equipment and services can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and demonstrate their capabilities in delivering essential technological support and innovation. The long-term nature of the contract offers sustained business growth prospects for companies capable of providing high-quality equipment and reliable long-term support solutions, ensuring alignment with public sector needs.

## Notice

14 * Network switches with 5 year support 9 * Firewalls with 5 year support 16 * Wireless access points with 5 years support. 1* Delivery of equipment 1* Design scope session

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/904ada3d-1e2d-4764-9a32-a57dc918648b |
| 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 | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 May 2026 - 12 Jun 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £73,739 |
| 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 | WYRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | POULTON-LE-FYLDE |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY6 7PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Wyre |
| Electoral ward | Breck |
| Westminster constituency | Fylde |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE NETWORKING PEOPLE (TNP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2026 at 09:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/904ada3d-1e2d-4764-9a32-a57dc918648b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/904ada3d-1e2d-4764-9a32-a57dc918648b
  29th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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