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Connect the Classroom - Ashfield School - AWARD

IN-TEND LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Connect the Classroom - Ashfield School" is being managed by In-Tend Limited, which provides contracting authority services. This project falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on network equipment, and is located in Kirkby-In-Ashfield, Nottingham, postcode NG17 8HP. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, with the contract period commencing on 29th November 2021 and concluding on 29th November 2022. This tender officially closed on 22nd November 2021. The objective is to enhance wireless networking solutions at Ashfield School, which is part of the DfE Connect the Classroom scheme.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network solutions and wireless infrastructure. Companies engaged in providing wireless access points, network equipment, and support services would find this project particularly suitable. As Ashfield School aims to improve IT capabilities for educational purposes, businesses that can demonstrate innovative technologies and robust delivery capabilities will have an advantage in the bidding process. The focus on enhancing teaching and learning through improved connectivity positions this opportunity as a strategic growth area for relevant SMEs and other service providers.

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Notice Title

Connect the Classroom - Ashfield School - AWARD

Notice Description

Ashfield School is eligible for the DFE Connect the Classroom scheme. The DfE Connect the Classroom programme aims to provide the school with a comprehensive wireless networking solution that covers wireless access points. Ashfield School currently has predominantly HP Core and Edge switching running a minimum of a 10GB link to each cabinet. The current Wifi provision is supplied by TP Link. Coverage is generally adequate although some areas are weak. Speed is generally ok although some areas in DT and Art are very slow. Each cabinet currently has provision for POE. Cabling is currently cat5e and Cat6. The Main objective of this project is to provide good wireless coverage and speed to allow wireless technologies to be used effectively to enhance teaching and learning for students.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e10c5e82-b0c6-409b-9574-0a1821e5034a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
29 Nov 2021 - 29 Nov 2022 1-2 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
IN-TEND LIMITED
Additional Buyers

IN-TEND E-TENDERING

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG17 8HP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ashfield
Electoral Ward
Larwood
Westminster Constituency
Ashfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

DATASPIRES SOLUTIONS

WESTEND WIFI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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