Awarded contract

Provision of Data Network Core Switch Replacements (Black Diamonds) plus Support and Maintenance

Details

Value
£175,000
Duration
5 years
Published
1 August 2023

Tender description

1. The Authority is looking for Data Network Core Switch replacements to include relevant support, maintenance, licensing and warranties for our currently installed Extreme Black Diamond chassis pair. The replacements need to be compatible with our existing network switches to ensure we are able to provide seamless integration between our core, distribution and access layers of our network infrastructure. The replacements must also provide us with sufficient, amount and types of connections and features to support and future proof the investment. Our current equipment and requirements are detailed in the Specification – Appendix A. 2. Support, Maintenance and current Licensing for existing Extreme Switches (X690 & X440-G2 Series) within lifecycle, please refer to the Specification – Appendix A.

Timeline

  1. Completed: Award published1 August 2023
    Current notice
  2. Completed: Award date1 August 2023
  3. Next: Contract expiry date31 December 2028in 2 years

About the buyer

Isle of Wight Council governs the island as a local authority, and advertises its tender opportunities through the South East Business Portal. Contracts Finder lists opportunities above a set value threshold, while larger contracts appear on the Find a Tender Service. Suppliers register free on ProContract, the system behind that portal, to receive notifications of new opportunities. The same portal carries opportunities from local authorities across the South East region. Public Contract Regulations 2015 govern the council's tender processes. Every business gets a fair and equal chance to compete for its contracts.

UK local government drives £140bn in annual procurement, led by social protection (£66.6bn) and education (£57.1bn).

Over the past 5 years, most of Isle of Wight Council's contract awards have been in software and information systems, IT services and construction work.

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