---
title: "Provision of Network Switches and Software & Hardware Support & Maintenance"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000782576"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2024-11-06"
---

# Provision of Network Switches and Software & Hardware Support & Maintenance

Buyer: SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000782576

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## Summary

South Ayrshire Council has awarded a contract for the "Provision of Network Switches and Software & Hardware Support & Maintenance" to Capita Business Services Limited. The contracting process is classified under the services industry category and falls within the region code UKM94, covering the Ayr locality. The procurement process was conducted via a limited method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. This contract, valued at £262,761, was officially signed on 5th November 2024. The involvement of South Ayrshire Council as the central purchasing body reflects their commitment to enhancing general public services in the region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT infrastructure, particularly those offering network solutions and hardware/software maintenance services. Companies similar to Capita Business Services Limited, which possess the capability to provide comprehensive support and robust hardware solutions, are well-suited to benefit from such contracts. Engaging in these procurement processes can drive business growth by establishing long-term relationships with local authorities and enhancing a company's market reputation in public sector service delivery.

## Notice

Provision of Network Switches and Software & Hardware Support & Maintenance

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Network Switches and Software & Hardware Support & Maintenance

### Procurement Information

KCS Managed Services for Business Solutions Framework Y20023.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV517738 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £262,761 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | AYR |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA7 1DR |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM94 South Ayrshire |
| Local authority | South Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Ayr West |
| Westminster constituency | Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock |
| Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAPITA BUSINESS SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 6 Nov 2024 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV517738

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV517738
  Provision of Network Switches and Software & Hardware Support & Maintenance - Provision of Network Switches and Software & Hardware Support & Maintenance

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000782576

## Provenance

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