Tender

Prior Information Notice - The provision of Networking Transformation

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is currently involved in a tender for "Prior Information Notice - The provision of Networking Transformation". This procurement is classified under the industry category of Computer network services. The tender is in the active stage, with submissions accepted until 2nd November 2017. The contract is set to commence on 1st July 2018 and conclude by 30th June 2022, while the delivery addresses include multiple locations across the United Kingdom and beyond. This open procurement method is designed for a broad range of suppliers, ensuring healthy competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network technology and associated services, particularly those focusing on transformation solutions for educational institutions. Companies with expertise in network management software, local and wide area network services, as well as data network management and support services, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project can help businesses expand their reach and establish long-term partnerships within the educational sector, particularly as institutions embrace digital advancements.

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Notice Title

Prior Information Notice - The provision of Networking Transformation

Notice Description

The University will be seeking to appoint a partner to transform the network technology and associated services to address current operational issues and support the future requirements for a Digital University, IoT, BYOD, adoption of multimedia, and distance learning. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/228576e1-e54a-46b1-bf48-a1d3915a66c6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
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

72315000 - Data network management and support services

72315100 - Data network support services

72315200 - Data network management services

72511000 - Network management software services

72700000 - Computer network services

72710000 - Local area network services

72720000 - Wide area network services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Oct 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2018 - 30 Jun 2022 4-5 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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