---
title: "Aruba Access Point replacement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0663b8"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0663b8.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-06"
---

# Aruba Access Point replacement

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0663b8

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## Summary

The procurement process involved The North Yorkshire Council, located in Northallerton, who awarded a contract for the "Aruba Access Point replacement" project within the communications network industry category. This project entailed the supply of 291 Aruba 625 access points and mounts, replacing the older Aruba 305 models scheduled for end-of-life later in 2026. The procurement stage is complete, having progressed through a direct procurement method classified as below threshold and undertaken without competition. Key dates for this contract span from 27th February to 27th March 2026, with the award finalised on 6th March 2026. The total contract value was grossly estimated at £96,764. This activity took place within the United Kingdom's UKE region.

This tender opens avenues for business growth, especially for suppliers in the communications technology industry, offering goods such as sophisticated network solutions. Ideal candidates for such contracts are small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in this sector, exemplified by SWITCHSHOP LIMITED, the awarded supplier based in Hitchin. Engaging with public authorities like The North Yorkshire Council provides opportunities to expand market presence and profile. Businesses adept at managing fast-paced procurement processes and equipped to deliver high-quality network infrastructure could leverage similar opportunities to foster long-term partnerships with government buyers.

## Notice

The supply of 291 Aruba 625 access points and mounts to replace existing Aruba 305 access points which will go end of life later in 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020207-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2026 - 27 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £80,636 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHALLERTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL7 8AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE22 North Yorkshire |
| Local authority | North Yorkshire |
| Electoral ward | Romanby |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond and Northallerton |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32412000 - Communications network

## Release History

- 6 Mar 2026 at 09:31 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020207-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020207-2026
  6th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://wwww.switchshop.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/

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