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Tender

20 Jul 2026 at 08:30

Summary of the contracting process

Teesside University is seeking tenders for the provision of internal wireless access points, specifically 237 units of Cisco Wireless 9174I devices, categorized under network equipment. The procurement process follows an open procedure and primarily targets the delivery of goods within the North East region of the United Kingdom. The tender falls under the CPV code 32420000, with an active status and a publication date of 20th July 2026. Interested parties should note the submission deadline of 10th August 2026, as the contract is set to commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude by the end of that month.

This tender presents a substantial business opportunity valued at £500,000, marking a significant prospect for growth especially for small or medium enterprises (SMEs). With a minimum contract value of £100,000, it provides a potentially lucrative venture for businesses specializing in network equipment and technology services. SMEs and organisations involved in the delivery of wireless network solutions and related services are well-positioned to benefit from and succeed in this competitive bidding process.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

GB-Middlesbrough: Internal Wireless Access Points

Notice Description

Wifi 7 Wireless access points: 237 x Cisco Wireless 9174I (W7, 3 radio, 3 band, 4x4) Global AP's Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-03efdaf2-2249-4434-9b16-5f90f973dd4f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36d36b42-334f-49cc-a957-95612b084e2a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS1 3BX
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Further Information

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