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title: "Network Switches to Support 100Gb Data Link Infrastructure"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# Network Switches to Support 100Gb Data Link Infrastructure

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b513abb9-3284-4aad-bf24-f157c81c0e97

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority, which has awarded a contract titled "Network Switches to Support 100Gb Data Link Infrastructure." This contract falls under the goods category, specifically related to switch or router software packages. Located in Abingdon, South East England, the contract was awarded on 23rd December 2021, after a completed tender process using the Crown Commercial Services Framework RM 6068 Lot 2. The contract, valued at £75,000 with a minimum value of £30,000, runs from 23rd December 2021 until 22nd December 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on providing network hardware and related services. Companies capable of delivering high-quality internet network switches suitable for data infrastructure upgrades would be well-positioned to compete. Given the procurement method used involves a framework, businesses that are already registered within this system may find it advantageous to explore participation in similar future projects, especially large-scale providers looking to expand their reach in the public sector.

## Notice

The contract is internet network switches to support UKAEs upgrade to 100Gb data capable link. The procurement was completed via Crown Commercial Services Framework RM 6068 Lot 2. This is an award notice only not a call to competition.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df10c997-dddc-4ed6-b358-c11881a451bf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 23 Dec 2021 - 22 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,000 |
| 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 | UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | ABINGDON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48219500 - Switch or router software package

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2021 at 15:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df10c997-dddc-4ed6-b358-c11881a451bf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df10c997-dddc-4ed6-b358-c11881a451bf
  23rd December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=41889&B=UK
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority

## Provenance

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