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title: "Cisco - MSCF - software support for new hardware - 2025"
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published: "2026-01-13"
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# Cisco - MSCF - software support for new hardware - 2025

Buyer: SELLAFIELD LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d7ff1559-6da5-4646-9f35-5f22d2ac1a12

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## Summary

This procurement process, initiated by Sellafield Ltd, involves awarding a contract for "Cisco - MSCF - software support for new hardware - 2025". Categorised under software support services, the main industry classification is aligned with the CPV code 72261000. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The buying organisation is based in Warrington, UK, and the scope of delivery covers various regions including the United Kingdom and beyond. The tender phase concluded on 19th December 2025, with the contract running from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2028. The award was published on 13th January 2026, marking the transition to the award stage with SOFTCAT PLC as the supplier.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in IT and software support services to expand their operations within the public sector. Although the contract has been awarded, similar forthcoming opportunities could be of interest to companies experienced in managing large-scale hardware and software infrastructure. Enterprises that utilise framework agreements and those with the capacity to support extensive geographical regions would be well-positioned for future tenders of this nature, especially those looking to collaborate with public organisations like Sellafield Ltd. This contract underlines the ongoing demand for proficient software support, presenting potential future opportunities for growth and collaboration.

## Notice

Cisco - MSCF - software support for new hardware - 2025

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da5b055c-ea46-4063-b4d7-69364bd1a632 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £27,524 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £27,524 |
| 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 | SELLAFIELD LTD |
| Locality | WARRINGTON |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA3 6GR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington |
| Local authority | Warrington |
| Electoral ward | Birchwood |
| Westminster constituency | Warrington North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72261000 - Software support services

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2026 at 15:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da5b055c-ea46-4063-b4d7-69364bd1a632

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da5b055c-ea46-4063-b4d7-69364bd1a632
  13th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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