Scope
Reference
UKRI-5196
Description
UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for the replacement of Wi-Fi access points at three STFC sites approaching end-of-life in May 2026, to mitigate security risks and maintain connectivity; due to technical compatibility, there was only one suitable supplier.
Contract 1. UKRI-5196 Wi-Fi access points
Supplier
Contract value
- £30,822.52 excluding VAT
- £36,987.02 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
22 August 2025
Contract dates
- 26 August 2025 to 31 May 2026
- 9 months, 6 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72400000 - Internet services
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Supplier
Convergence (Group Networks) Ltd
One Cranmore Drive
SOLIHULL
B90 4RZ
United Kingdom
Region: UKG32 - Solihull
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. UKRI-5196 Wi-Fi access points
Contracting authority
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDQJ-7126-JDHG
Polaris House
Swindon, Wiltshire
SN2 1FL
United Kingdom
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Public authority - central government