Provision of WAN Equipment Purchasing & Support Services

The anticipated Contract value is initially estimated at £330,000. There is the potential for the value to rise over the term of the contract to £5,000,000 this will be dependent on demand and upcoming requirements.

Cisco Smartnet Direct Support is required for all Core and Customer Premises equipment connected to this network. Additional equipment is also required for future projects. There are approximately 655 pieces of equipment requiring Cisco Smartnet Direct Support.

Cisco Smartnet Direct Support for existing equipment will be for a period of five years.

The Authority requires the successful Supplier to:

Assist with the specification of ongoing hardware purchases to ensure it is fit for the purpose.

Provide Cisco Smartnet Direct Support services through the appropriate sub-contracting arrangements.

Provide information on equipment and technology roadmaps as and when vendors publish updated information;