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title: "UKSBS IT18187 HPe BladeSystem Switch for NERC RTS"
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# UKSBS IT18187 HPe BladeSystem Switch for NERC RTS

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ddce3206-470f-4adc-ad9e-11fafb1902de

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by UK Shared Business Services Limited for the contract titled "HPe BladeSystem Switch for NERC RTS." This initiative falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting and software development, and is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement was executed via a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period concluding on 20th July 2018. The contract was awarded on 24th July 2018 for a total value of £38,539.76, and the contract period spans from 6th August 2018 to 5th August 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT sector, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), looking to expand their services in hardware supply or related consultancy. Companies with expertise in networking solutions, especially those familiar with HPe products or involved in framework agreements, would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts, thereby enhancing their market presence and growth potential in the public sector.

## Notice

NERC RTS have a requirement for a HPe BladeSystem Switch. This was procured via a Mini Competition against the JISC Framework Lot 4: Cisco Switches.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/695457da-c0d3-4556-8746-a486d1160e36 |
| 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 | 31 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2018 |
| Contract period | 5 Aug 2018 - 5 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £38,539 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £38,539 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH TELECOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2018 at 12:27 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/695457da-c0d3-4556-8746-a486d1160e36
- 31 Jul 2018 at 12:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/695457da-c0d3-4556-8746-a486d1160e36

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/695457da-c0d3-4556-8746-a486d1160e36
  31st July 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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