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title: "Mini Competition for the Provision of Core Routers via the NHSSBS Framework Ref SBS / 19 / AB / WAB / 9411"
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# Mini Competition for the Provision of Core Routers via the NHSSBS Framework Ref SBS / 19 / AB / WAB / 9411

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dc43210c-7252-43cc-a764-2685bdc2363e

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## Summary

The procurement process involved Durham County Council seeking suppliers for core routers as part of a Mini Competition within the NHS Shared Business Services Framework. The contract, valued at approximately £526,964.40, entails a contract period from 15th November 2021 to 14th November 2023, targeting the North East region of England. The tender process concluded on 4th November 2021, with the successful bidder announced on 8th November 2021. The core routers supplied must meet specific technical specifications and come with a year of licensing and support.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in providing network goods and services. Companies that specialise in telecommunications equipment and networking solutions would find themselves well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in future tenders. With an increasing demand for digital solutions across public sectors, businesses that can ensure compliance with technical requirements and offer seamless integration into existing infrastructures will thrive in this landscape.

## Notice

Durham County Council had a requirement for the provision of core routers to various strategic sites across the Council and utilised the Mini-Competition option within the NHS Shared Business Services Digital Workplace Solutions Framework to award a successful provider. It is imperative to the contract that the routers supplied are in line with the current specification as detailed within the Mini-Competition Documentation. It is also vital that all devices are supplied with all necessary accessories in order to be operational and create a seamless transition into the current infrastructure, are delivered in line with the required timeline within the Mini-Competition Documentation and that 1 year of licencing / support is provided with the purchase.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b6bba1-504a-4c04-b406-cb9f96f07a61 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Mini-Competition within an Established Framework Agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 15 Nov 2021 - 14 Nov 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £526,964 |
| 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32413100 - Network routers

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2021 at 15:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b6bba1-504a-4c04-b406-cb9f96f07a61

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b6bba1-504a-4c04-b406-cb9f96f07a61
  30th November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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