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Telephone & Data Transmission Services (

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

05 Aug 2024 at 14:47

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

03 May 2024 at 08:16

Tender Notice
Tender

05 Apr 2024 at 14:49

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton, located in Southampton, United Kingdom, has recently awarded a contract for the provision of Telephone and Data Transmission Services, specialising in "Moves, Adds and Changes" related to the university's telephone and data installations network. The contract, starting from 1 August 2024 and ending on 31 July 2030, was awarded to Sceptre Networking Limited with an estimated value of £2.7 million (ex VAT). This procurement process was conducted through an Open Procedure, ensuring transparency and equal opportunity. The CPV classification for this tender falls under Networks, with additional classifications in the installation and maintenance of cable and data network infrastructure. The contracting process has transitioned from the tender to the award stage, with the award being published on 5 August 2024.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specializing in network installation, maintenance, and telecommunications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in these areas, and capable of providing a combination of labour and goods, are well-suited to compete and benefit significantly. The contract encompasses a range of activities, including the installation and fault investigation of data outlets, installation of emergency voice communication points, and updates to Wi-Fi infrastructure. There are potential further requirements for project management, planning, and supply of additional goods when the university's stocks are insufficient. Businesses excelling in flexible and comprehensive network solutions will find this tender beneficial for long-term engagement and growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Telephone & Data Transmission Services (

Notice Description

The University requires the provision of Moves, Adds and Changes ("Services") related to its telephone and data installations network. This can include services which are labour only, provision of goods or a combination, details below. The scope of the Services includes but is not limited to: -Installation of data outlets -Patching of data outlets -Relocation of a data outlets -Testing and terminating ready wired circuit -Fault investigation of data outlets -Supply & installation of new, patch panel for rack -Installation of main or single containment routes, from the office to the data rack -Re-jumper an existing analogue telephone service -Re-patch an existing analogue telephone service -Fault investigation of telephone line plants -Installation of emergency voice communication help points -Replacement of faulty network switches -Installation of new network switches -Supply & installation of cabinets -Additions to or new provision to the University's blown fibre infrastructure. To include installation, termination & testing -Repairs to the blown fibre infrastructure -Wi-Fi Design(s) -Wi-Fi Installation(s) -Wireless Access point replacement -Updating the Network Infrastructure; Management Tool -To be duty holder as PC and PD in respect of moves adds and changes in line with Construction Design Management regulation 2015. There may be further occasional requirements: -Supplying of Goods, to enable the Service Provider to perform their obligations in performing the Services. This will be required only where the University does not have sufficient or has incorrect stocks of Goods to pass to the Service Provider to enable them to perform their duties of the Contract. -Requirement for further Services such as project management and or design/planning. It is expected that the above Services maybe required from time to time during the life of the Contract, these occasional further requirements are not the majority of the Services that are required. Procurement Process: This procurement process is being conducted as an Open Procedure. The University proposes to enter into a Contract for 6 years - this will be the maximum contract period, including any potential extensions with the successful Tenderer. This will comprise of an initial contract period of 3 years with an option to extend by a further of 3 years subject to satisfactory performance and at the discretion of the University. Contract Value: Estimated value for the initial three-year contract term is in the region of PS840,000.00 - PS1,350,000 GBP (ex VAT). Estimated value of the 3-year extension period is PS840,000.00 - PS1,350,000 GBP (ex VAT). It is estimated, therefore, that the total value of this contract will be between PS840,000.00 and PS2,700,000 GBP (ex VAT). TUPE: The University envisages that TUPE may apply to this procurement. Further details can be found in the Invitation to Tender document set Instructions on how to apply are given in the more information section.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-16b371a4-dfa0-40d7-b9bd-22852078c07a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a0ea87b-0ce9-4435-80c5-b0080010e055
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

45314300 - Installation of cable infrastructure

50312300 - Maintenance and repair of data network equipment

50312310 - Maintenance of data network equipment

50312320 - Repair of data network equipment

50334110 - Telephone network maintenance services

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,700,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCEPTRE NETWORKING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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