Tender

Dubai campus proposal - Request for Information process

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is currently conducting a tender process, titled "Dubai campus proposal - Request for Information process," aimed at acquiring IT infrastructure solutions for a new branch campus in Dubai International Academic City. This initiative is characterised by a strong emphasis on establishing cost-effective IT services that support a projected student population of approximately 1,200, set to begin in September 2021. The tender period will conclude on 30th January 2020, while the contract is anticipated to commence on 1st March 2021 and last until 28th February 2026. The procurement falls under the category of IT services, classified with the CPV code 72000000, and the procurement method is classified as "Other." The services will primarily be delivered from the UK base for core IT systems such as HR and Finance.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those able to provide innovative, scalable solutions supporting educational institutions. Companies with expertise in delivering flexible IT infrastructure and smart campus technologies would be well-positioned to compete. By partnering in this strategic enterprise initiative, businesses can not only tap into a growing market in Dubai but also demonstrate their capabilities to manage substantial contracts over a multi-year period, fostering long-term growth and collaboration with one of the UK's leading educational institutions.

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Notice Title

Dubai campus proposal - Request for Information process

Notice Description

The University seeks a Strategic Enterprise partnership to deliver cost effective IT infrastructure solutions in Dubai, including: Deliver IT Services for a Dubai branch campus providing teaching-only services to an initial student population of approximately 1,200 in September 2021. Ensure the University enables our Connected Campus vision. Solution must be flexible to scale on demand. Delivered on a single site in Dubai International Academic City. Most corporate IT Systems (HR, Finance etc) will be delivered from our UK base. Deliver IT infrastructure to support a Smart/Connected Campus. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2dad4ae8-e9b0-4ae7-a751-9641b39f2250
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37aca392-acd1-4953-a678-03e571f081f1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2021 - 28 Feb 2026 Over 5 years
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
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
Thomas Hasson
Contact Email
t.r.hasson@bham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0121 4142890

Buyer Location

Locality
EDGBASTON
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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