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title: "Network Design Software"
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# Network Design Software

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ebf7b644-1bb3-4319-826f-0d4b492db277

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Crown Commercial Service, which is based in Liverpool, England. The tender, titled "Network Design Software," falls under the security and defence industry category. This contract, valued at £414,700, was awarded on 11th February 2022, signalling the completion of the selection process. The contract period commenced on 11th January 2022 and will conclude on 10th January 2023. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and it was initiated through a tender process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on software development and project management within the defence sector. Companies with experience in network design capabilities, security software, and a track record in delivering services to public sector clients will be well-positioned to compete for future contracts in this area. The awarded supplier, Akhter Computers Limited, exemplifies the type of established, larger-scale business that thrives in this competitive market.

## Notice

Governance and project definition for a DSCOM Network Design capability.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34032b5e-c27a-4f0c-9e18-b87ceba17469 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 11 Jan 2022 - 10 Jan 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £414,700 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £414,700 |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AKHTER COMPUTERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

## Release History

- 7 Feb 2022 at 15:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34032b5e-c27a-4f0c-9e18-b87ceba17469

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34032b5e-c27a-4f0c-9e18-b87ceba17469
  7th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/44fec00a-4ae8-4dbc-8d78-4c301003ac9f

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