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title: "Hardware Switches"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b7f1bdcb-51b8-40d8-878f-b795fdeef092"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "COMPANIES HOUSE"
published: "2025-03-17"
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# Hardware Switches

Buyer: COMPANIES HOUSE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b7f1bdcb-51b8-40d8-878f-b795fdeef092

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## Summary

Companies House, located in Cardiff, Wales, has recently completed the procurement process for the acquisition of "Hardware Switches" in the software-related services sector. The contract was awarded following a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process culminated on 6th February 2024, with the hardware switches supply contract valued at GBP 159,368.70 to span from 3rd March 2025 to 31st May 2028. This procurement falls under the goods category, reflecting a strategic acquisition to support Companies House's digital infrastructure needs.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large-scale technology suppliers specialising in hardware solutions. Given the specific nature of the requirement and the value involved, businesses with expertise in providing high-quality hardware and robust after-sales support will be well-positioned to compete. Although this tender did not prioritise SMEs or VCSEs, it sets a precedent for future opportunities in similar high-value, technology-driven procurements, encouraging businesses to enhance their capabilities to meet such demands in the public sector.

## Notice

Hardware Switches

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82d2cf1b-a0bb-43a4-a702-c593ba3d4a3f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2025 - 31 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £159,368 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £159,368 |
| 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 | COMPANIES HOUSE |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF14 3UZ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Gabalfa |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff North |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72260000 - Software-related services

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2025 at 09:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82d2cf1b-a0bb-43a4-a702-c593ba3d4a3f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82d2cf1b-a0bb-43a4-a702-c593ba3d4a3f
  17th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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