Award

2692/MH 5G Core Test Bed

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

05 Jan 2021 at 13:05

Tender

09 Oct 2020 at 07:43

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is conducting a public procurement process for a "5G Core Test Bed" aimed at enhancing the capabilities of its Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre's North West branch. This initiative falls under the wireless telecommunications system category, with a total contract value of £125,000, and is intended for installation at the AMRC NW facility in Preston, England. The tender is in the Award stage, having been published on 9th October 2020, with a completion date for tenders set for 6th November 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). The procurement method used is an open procedure, enabling suppliers to compete for this significant contract.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in telecommunications and advanced manufacturing technologies. Businesses with expertise in creating integrated 5G solutions, including low-latency mobile networks, radio equipment, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications would be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging in this procurement could facilitate business growth in high-speed networking and modern manufacturing innovations, benefitting both the suppliers and the University of Sheffield's research initiatives.

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Notice Title

2692/MH 5G Core Test Bed

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of it's Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre's (AMRC) North West branch, to supply a 5G test bed which is required to be 5G stand-alone (SA) single cell mobile private network (MPN). This shall be used for testing and system performance verification purposes. AMRC NW will use this solution for R&D activity relating to the development of high-speed networking and manufacturing related 5G solutions. It will enable increased data volumes across the shop floor. Additionally, it will help develop a range of smart technologies for the IOT and communication industries based on 5G. Initial installation shall be at the AMRC NW facility in Preston. This Test bed must include a full end to end integrated solution, including mobile core, radio equipment, IP connectivity and end devices. The equipment should have low latency, and must be 5G SA to support various projects. This equipment is expected to be interfaced with multiple end devices sending data through the use of pre integrated set of applications that are relevant to the manufacturing industry including but not limited to smart manufacturing, predictive maintenance, remote operations, etc. With the possibility of additional applications through an API, with the main focus being on real time applications. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an E.U. open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: Friday 6th November 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). Expressions of Interest CAN NOT be made by e-mailing the person below, please follow the links above.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-124353b4-ca2f-4b02-8bda-4f5c7f3ddf5b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c42deca9-f471-487c-9dfe-a22f46d67a5a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2021 - 28 Feb 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
Mark Hardy
Contact Email
m.hardy@sheffield.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0114 222 4979

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TELENT TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

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