Supply of Networking Hardware and Software
This tender closed on 26 October 2026.
- Buyer
- South Wales Fire and Rescue Service
- Value
- £583,000
- Closed
- 26 October 2026
- Where
- Llantrisant, Wales
- Type
- Sets up a framework (suppliers apply to join)
In plain English
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is buying networking hardware (routers, switches, servers) and software (licences, management tools) to run their computer systems. This is a standalone purchase, not an ongoing managed service.
What the buyer wants
• Supply and deliver networking hardware equipment (servers, switches, routers, firewalls) • Supply and install networking software and operating system licences • Likely technical support and implementation during installation
Requirements
What could rule a small business out: This contract is heavily weighted towards large systems integrators and established IT suppliers with existing relationships, vendor certifications, and experience in emergency services networks. A one-person IT trader or very small shop without enterprise-level credentials and proven PSN/public sector experience will struggle to be shortlisted.
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