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title: "On-Prem CISCO Server and Support"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f2023766-ad97-4ee4-b738-c2b2962d5089"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BANK OF ENGLAND"
published: "2026-05-07"
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# On-Prem CISCO Server and Support

Buyer: BANK OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f2023766-ad97-4ee4-b738-c2b2962d5089

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the Bank of England involves the provision of an on-premises CISCO server and support services, co-termed until 31 March 2027. This tender falls under the 'Computer servers' industry category, and services are to be delivered in England, United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a more controlled selection process. Key dates include the tender period ending on 16 April 2026 and the award announcement on 7 May 2026. The procurement stage of this process is complete, with the contract having been awarded to Softcat, a large-scale supplier.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in IT infrastructure and support services, particularly those with a focus on high-quality server solutions within the United Kingdom. Companies that are adept at managing and executing framework agreements will find this tender beneficial, as they can leverage existing capabilities to meet the contracting authority's specific needs. Though suitability specifically indicated no preference for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with robust capabilities in servicing large-scale operations, such as the Bank of England, would be well-suited to compete for similar tenders in the future, allowing for potential growth and establishment in the competitive IT service market.

## Notice

Provision of 1x CISCO On-Prem Server and Support co-termed to 31 March 2027

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/823ced2a-9d1f-4813-8339-31dcbb64a23f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 22 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,854 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,854 |
| 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 | BANK OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2R 8AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Walbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| 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 | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48822000 - Computer servers

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 15:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/823ced2a-9d1f-4813-8339-31dcbb64a23f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/823ced2a-9d1f-4813-8339-31dcbb64a23f
  7th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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