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title: "PAHT - Cisco Switching Advantage Licence Switch"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-dee635fe-8801-48e4-9db0-493dfd2ce422"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-03-11"
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# PAHT - Cisco Switching Advantage Licence Switch

Buyer: THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dee635fe-8801-48e4-9db0-493dfd2ce422

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Cisco Switching Advantage Licence Switch was conducted by The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, located in Welwyn Garden City, England. This recently awarded contract falls within the industry category of software-related services, classified under CPV 72260000. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically through a call-off from the NOE CPC Total Technology Solutions Framework agreement. The tender was completed with the contract awarded on 5 March 2026, and the contract period runs from 5 March 2026 to 4 March 2029. The delivery location is specified as the United Kingdom, with the postal code CM20 1QX.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for large-scale enterprises like Softcat plc, the supplier that successfully secured the award. Given the size and scope of the contract valued at £69,000, other large companies with expertise in software-related services and similar frameworks are well-suited to compete in such procurement activities. Although not specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, it promotes collaboration within established entities in the technology industry, enhancing business prospects and fostering long-term partnerships with major healthcare organisations like The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. Business users interested in similar prospects should consider expanding their offerings to align with framework agreements to maximise their chances of success in future tenders.

## Notice

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust award for Cisco Switching Advantage Licence Switch via NOE CPC Total Technology Solutions Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7f03c5c-01e5-490c-8b78-48d4bfada715 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Mar 2026 - 4 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £69,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,000 |
| 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 | THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | WELWYN GARDEN CITY |
| Post town | St Albans |
| Postcode | AL8 6NS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Electoral ward | Handside |
| Westminster constituency | Welwyn Hatfield |
| 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

- 72260000 - Software-related services

## Release History

- 11 Mar 2026 at 12:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7f03c5c-01e5-490c-8b78-48d4bfada715

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7f03c5c-01e5-490c-8b78-48d4bfada715
  11th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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