# GMCA 1864 Replacement of Core Data Centre Switches

> A sourced UK public sector contract award published by Greater Manchester Combined Authority.

## Key facts

- Buyer: [Greater Manchester Combined Authority](/buyers/greater-manchester-combined-authority/contract-awards)
- Supplier: [VODAFONE LIMITED](/suppliers/vodafone/public-sector-contract-awards)
- Award value: £53,500
- Tender value: £53,500
- Award date: 2 April 2026
- Published: 23 April 2026
- Contract start: 1 May 2026
- Contract end: 30 April 2029
- Stage: awarded
- Procurement category: services
- Notice ID: 2663172a-2d29-411a-bc6b-95a450d27828-894221
- OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ca229776-acea-4dab-9697-c893ed375e50

## Description

The existing switches used within our data centres reach end of vendor support\. Operating unsupported core infrastructure presents unacceptable operational and security risks\. Replacement is required to maintain service resilience and vendor support\. The existing switches were procured under historic arrangements and are now at end of lifecycle\. Supply of four switches and 12 months support\.

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## Source

[View the original notice on Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2663172a-2d29-411a-bc6b-95a450d27828-894221)