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UOW732 - Core Network Replacement - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER

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23 Jan 2025 at 15:22

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Worcester has concluded the procurement process for the replacement of its core and data centre network at the St Johns and City Centre sites. The focus of this contract, under the sector of "Networks" (CPV: 32400000), is pivotal to the University's operations, affecting both academic and administrative activities. This tender was awarded to Softcat Limited under a restricted procedure, with the contract valued at £837,000. Key dates include the start date of 5th December 2019 and the end date of 31st August 2025. The project covers a wide geographical scope, including the UK, Europe, and other international locations.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network systems, equipment, upgrades, and related services. Companies experienced in delivering comprehensive network solutions to educational institutions will find this contract highly aligned with their expertise. Although this specific tender is complete, businesses in this sector should consider similar future opportunities to partner with educational institutions like the University of Worcester to enhance their growth and diversification strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UOW732 - Core Network Replacement - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Worcester wishes to replace its core/distribution and data centre network at its St Johns and City Centre sites. The core and data centre network is a key part of the University's data network that is relied upon for the delivery of learning, teaching and business operation of the University's staff and 12,500 full and part time students. Using the HE Networking - Supply and Services Framework Agreement (HENSS) we wish to form a contract for the supply of the Core Network and create a call off agreement for the supply of replacement switches for a three year period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a32db1-e858-4cf6-bc0b-4e429882ffcc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

32400000 - Networks

32420000 - Network equipment

32425000 - Network operating system

32427000 - Network system

32428000 - Network upgrade

48821000 - Network servers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£837,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Dec 20196 years ago
Contract Period
5 Dec 2019 - 31 Aug 2025 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 WORCESTER
Contact Name
Kathy Preece
Contact Email
k.preece@worc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01905 855 114

Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR2 6AJ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
St Clement
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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