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title: "Aruba network switches"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d4d703d1-26b8-4361-bd33-c0d1ee7e0bb2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
published: "2024-08-08"
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# Aruba network switches

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4d703d1-26b8-4361-bd33-c0d1ee7e0bb2

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has awarded a contract for Aruba network switches, classified under the "Networks" industry category (CPV code 32400000), with the procurement process having reached the Award stage. The tender, identified as FP12515/24, utilised a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates in this process include the closing date for the tender period on 20th April 2024, and the contract period from 22nd April 2024 to 22nd May 2024. The contract, valued at GBP 40,203.41, is to be delivered to a location in Birmingham (postcode B15 2TT). Richard Holmes at the University of Birmingham was the primary contact for this procurement.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT and networking sector, particularly those specializing in network switch hardware. SMEs are particularly well-suited to compete in such tenders as evidenced by the awarded supplier, Prolinx Limited, an SME based in Oxford. Participating in such tenders can facilitate business growth by providing a steady income stream and the chance to work with prestigious institutions like the University of Birmingham. Companies experienced in fulfilling framework agreements would particularly benefit from engaging in this market.

## Notice

Aruba network switches

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf2b7d49-c9d2-4055-958a-a7eed9c3bb85 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | 21 Apr 2024 - 22 May 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,203 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,203 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2024 at 12:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf2b7d49-c9d2-4055-958a-a7eed9c3bb85

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf2b7d49-c9d2-4055-958a-a7eed9c3bb85
  8th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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