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Network Transformation Project

UNIVERSITY OF KEELE

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04 Mar 2022 at 15:50

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Keele is seeking suppliers for the "Network Transformation Project," which encompasses core networking equipment, VPN and firewall services, and network monitoring within the computer equipment and supplies industry. This procurement was initiated through a selective tendering process, and the current contract, valued at approximately £1.74 million, commenced on 8th December 2021 and will run until 7th December 2026. The delivery location is Keele, Staffordshire, with the tender period having concluded on 6th December 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in ICT solutions, particularly those that can provide hardware, software, and managed services related to enterprise-level networking. Companies involved in security products and consultancy services would also be well-positioned to compete, especially those experienced in delivering large-scale technology projects. With a strong emphasis on innovation, firms that align with the requirements and capabilities of the University of Keele could leverage this contract for substantial business growth.

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Notice Title

Network Transformation Project

Notice Description

Network Transformation Project - Core network requirements: Wired core networking equipment within the data centre, data centre networking, VPN and firewalls services, security products and network monitoring.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3cb37be7-3573-4254-ab29-943e6dc22e3f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc452f24-c6cd-4405-a152-046775327989
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,744,473 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,744,473 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2021 - 7 Dec 2026 Over 5 years
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 KEELE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KEELE, STAFFORDSHIRE
Postcode
ST5 5NH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Electoral Ward
Keele
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle-under-Lyme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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