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title: "Interim continuity of hardware support for network and infrastructure"
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# Interim continuity of hardware support for network and infrastructure

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dffe25ea-869d-4549-81c6-4c8a66fe35c1

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## Summary

The Home Office has completed the award stage of a procurement process titled "Interim continuity of hardware support for network and infrastructure" within the services industry category, specifically focusing on network infrastructure. The contract, valued at £1,241,121.40, is for a period from 1 February 2025 to 31 January 2026. Utilizing a direct procurement method through single tender action, this contractual agreement was established with Softcat plc. The project is located in London, United Kingdom, and addresses the immediate need for hardware support until other commercial arrangements are solidified.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies experienced in network infrastructure support, particularly those capable of ensuring hardware continuity. Given the direct award to Softcat plc, large-scale enterprises with similar capacities and expertise in providing reliable infrastructure services would be well-suited to undertake such projects in the future. This procurement highlights the need for agile and reputable service providers that can swiftly respond to critical government requirements, ensuring seamless operations and robust infrastructure resilience.

## Notice

A short-term contract to achieve continuity of hardware support while other commercial arrangements are concluded.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3874b07d-7f12-4ee9-b8f6-33a1b32b583b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,241,121 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,241,121 |
| 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 | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32424000 - Network infrastructure

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2025 at 15:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3874b07d-7f12-4ee9-b8f6-33a1b32b583b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3874b07d-7f12-4ee9-b8f6-33a1b32b583b
  27th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c7dcc4cf-9d39-4f02-80b3-d6451a6bed15
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