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CA15375 - The Howard Academy Trust Invitation to Tender for Network Infrastructure Replacement at Hurstmere School and Expansion/Enhancement of Wi-Fi Infrastructure at The Howard School

THE HOWARD ACADEMY TRUST

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13 Jun 2025 at 12:06

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Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 09:27

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Howard Academy Trust has completed the award process for the procurement of network infrastructure replacement at Hurstmere School and the expansion and enhancement of Wi-Fi infrastructure at The Howard School. This involves a five-year licensing agreement, lasting until 25th August 2030, with the awarded value amounting to £540,221.47. The main industry category is network cabling, with additional classifications involving license management software packages and network infrastructure. The open procedure commenced with a tender, and the contract period is scheduled to start on 21st July 2025, concluding on 25th August 2030. The geographical scope extends across British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth in the technology and infrastructure sector, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in network cabling and software solutions. Located in Chatham, England, the Howard Academy Trust offers potential business expansion opportunities for suppliers with expertise in network infrastructure and software package licensing. Tel Group Ltd, having been awarded the contract, exemplifies the opportunity for businesses to engage in long-term strategic partnerships with educational institutions. The competitive nature of the open procurement method encourages diverse participation, fostering innovation and development in technological services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA15375 - The Howard Academy Trust Invitation to Tender for Network Infrastructure Replacement at Hurstmere School and Expansion/Enhancement of Wi-Fi Infrastructure at The Howard School

Notice Description

The Howard Academy Trust Invitation to Tender for Network Infrastructure Replacement at Hurstmere School and Expansion/Enhancement of Wi-Fi Infrastructure at The Howard School. 21st July 2025 - 25th August 2025. Plus 5-Year Licensing to 25th August 2030 To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15375. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15375 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-476edc39-9671-45cf-919a-92348f439bbe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3685840-9bb5-4342-a1a0-68c4b29c6837
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

32421000 - Network cabling

32424000 - Network infrastructure

48218000 - License management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£540,221 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2025 - 25 Aug 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
THE HOWARD ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4FQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
St Mary's Island
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TEL GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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