# UWQ321 - Cisco Maintenance - AWARD

> Contract award record from UK public-sector procurement sources.

## Key facts

- Public buyer: [University Of Worcester](/buyers/university-of-worcester/contract-awards)
- Contract winner: [Softcat Limited](/contract-winners/softcat/public-sector-contract-awards)
- Award value: £320,858
- Award date: 1 December 2025
- Published: 9 July 2026
- Contract start: 1 December 2025
- Contract end: 30 November 2030
- Stage: awarded
- Procurement category: goods
- Notice ID: 8c9602c2-702d-4d27-97ac-73e760b64042-905470
- OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2edfe35b-fa1a-40cd-b062-f8b272c15919

## Description

The University has chosen to use the Healthtrust Europe ICT Solutions COMIT3 framework\. From this The University is seeking a strategic partner to support the ongoing management of our investments in Cisco infrastructure and licensing\. This partner will play a key role in facilitating our transition to a Cisco enterprise agreement, ensuring a streamlined and simplified licensing process for our solutions\. To be successful in this role, the ideal partner should possess extensive experience with Cisco products, strong project management capabilities, and a proven track record in supporting higher education or large institutional clients\. Responsibilities will include proactive monitoring and optimization of licensing usage, advising on best practices for procurement and compliance, and providing timely support and training to staff as needed\. By collaborating closely with University stakeholders, the selected partner will help us achieve operational efficiency, reduce administrative overhead, and maximize the value of our technology investments\. Our goal is to build a long-term relationship that supports the University's mission and growth, keeping pace with evolving technological needs and regulatory requirements\.

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## Source

[View the original notice on Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c9602c2-702d-4d27-97ac-73e760b64042-905470)