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title: "HPE SN3600Bs to replace Brocade 300s"
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buyer: "THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES"
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# HPE SN3600Bs to replace Brocade 300s

Buyer: THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e1fdaa80-fcbe-4cb5-9a3a-3e8e6a5c016d

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## Summary

The National Archives in Kew, Richmond, Surrey, is seeking suppliers for the contract titled "HPE SN3600Bs to replace Brocade 300s". This procurement is categorised under office and computing machinery, and the associated procurement method is an open procedure. The tender was published on 10 August 2021, with a tender period that closed on 2 September 2021. The awarded contract, valued at £34,537.38, is active and is set to commence on 1 December 2021, lasting until 30 November 2024.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in hardware supply and installation, as well as IT support services. Companies that can provide comprehensive solutions that include delivery, installation, and ongoing support will be well-positioned to compete effectively. The involvement of The National Archives also indicates a focus on collaborative partnerships, which may enhance growth prospects for prospective suppliers.

## Notice

The National Archives, Kew, Richmond, Surrey TW9 4DU has a requirement for the supply, delivery and installation of hardware as specified in the ITT, together with an HPE support service for this hardware.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52f6f02d-6371-46fd-b115-65e8156125ea |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,537 |
| 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 NATIONAL ARCHIVES |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 4DU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RECARTA IT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 51000000 - Installation services (except software)
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 13 Sep 2021 at 15:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52f6f02d-6371-46fd-b115-65e8156125ea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52f6f02d-6371-46fd-b115-65e8156125ea
  13th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6fc18ed3-8f94-4d68-9ca5-22b73c017a51
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d4d02534-e5c2-42ba-a1ed-5a1654f385b3

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