---
title: "Network Switches Upgrade Project"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cc675c05-d82d-4031-8b28-929f1898acdb"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cc675c05-d82d-4031-8b28-929f1898acdb"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cc675c05-d82d-4031-8b28-929f1898acdb.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cc675c05-d82d-4031-8b28-929f1898acdb.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GATESHEAD COLLEGE"
published: "2026-04-17"
---

# Network Switches Upgrade Project

Buyer: GATESHEAD COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cc675c05-d82d-4031-8b28-929f1898acdb

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cc675c05-d82d-4031-8b28-929f1898acdb)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cc675c05-d82d-4031-8b28-929f1898acdb.json)

## Summary

The Network Switches Upgrade Project, a public procurement process initiated by Gateshead College, has been completed under the Crown Commercial Service Network Services 3 framework (RM6116). This procurement, valued at £409,000, focused on upgrading core and edge network switches, along with the installation of necessary cabling and accessories in the North East, United Kingdom. The contract was awarded on 16th March 2026 and became active from 23rd March 2026, running until 22nd March 2031. The procurement method used was selective, through a call-off from a framework agreement, particularly suitable for SMEs in the local area network industry.

This tender presents significant business development opportunities, especially for SMEs specialising in local area network goods and services. The call-off contract conditions suggest that businesses with specialised knowledge and capabilities in network infrastructure would be well-suited to compete. With Aspire Technology Solutions already managing the contract, businesses seeking similar opportunities in regional connectivity can leverage their expertise to enhance competitiveness in upcoming tenders from educational institutions and other related sectors.

## Notice

This is a call-off contract awarded under the Crown Commercial Service Network Services 3 framework (RM6116) - Lot 2a: Intra Site Connectivity (Local Area Network) / Local Connectivity Services, following a further competition. This contract relates to the supply and install new core and edge network switches, as well as all associated cabling and accessories, with access to a central management platform.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b05e1bc6-8c69-4845-be24-aacd7235583e |
| 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 | 17 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £409,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £409,000 |
| 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 | GATESHEAD COLLEGE |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 3BE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASPIRE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32410000 - Local area network

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2026 at 08:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b05e1bc6-8c69-4845-be24-aacd7235583e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b05e1bc6-8c69-4845-be24-aacd7235583e
  17th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cc675c05-d82d-4031-8b28-929f1898acdb. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cc675c05-d82d-4031-8b28-929f1898acdb.json.