---
title: "Supply of network equipment"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-159457"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-159457"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-159457.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-159457.json"
source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COLLEGE MERTHYR TYDFIL"
published: "2026-01-14"
---

# Supply of network equipment

Buyer: THE COLLEGE MERTHYR TYDFIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-159457

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## Summary

The College Merthyr Tydfil, located in Merthyr Tydfil, has recently completed the award stage of its tender process for the supply of network equipment. This procurement falls under the services category with a focus on Ethernet networks and network infrastructure. The tender sought a replacement of their existing on-premise solution, culminating in the contract being signed on 14th January 2026. The competitive open procurement method attracted six bids, and Switchshop Limited was awarded the contract. This process was conducted with electronic submissions via Sell2Wales, with the tender period closing on 9th January 2026, and the contract award anticipated by 16th January 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in network equipment services, particularly those with expertise in Ethernet networks and infrastructure solutions. Enterprises that provide innovative and comprehensive network solutions would find this contract beneficial. The College Merthyr Tydfil has shown a preference for vendors capable of efficiently transitioning and upgrading current systems. As digital infrastructure remains a critical area of development, suppliers equipped to offer scalable and robust networking equipment will find a lucrative partnership potential with public educational institutions like The College Merthyr Tydfil.

## Notice

The College Merthyr Tydfil is seeking tender submissions from companies who may be interested in supplying new network equipment to replace the existing on premise solution.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159457 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COLLEGE MERTHYR TYDFIL |
| Locality | MERTHYR TYDFIL |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF48 1AR |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Merthyr Tydfil |
| Electoral ward | Cyfarthfa |
| Westminster constituency | Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare |
| 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

- 32415000 - Ethernet network
- 32424000 - Network infrastructure

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2026 at 14:07 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159457
- 15 Dec 2025 at 15:39 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159457

## Documents

- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=DEC571317&idx=1
  15th December 2025 - TCMT Parts List

## Notice URLs

- https://www.merthyr.ac.uk/
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales
- https://www.switchshop.co.uk

## Provenance

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