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ITT267 International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING

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03 Apr 2019 at 09:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process pertains to the provision of IT network hardware for the International Leather Centre at the University of Northampton. This tender, titled "ITT267 International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support," was awarded to XMA Limited on 11th March 2019, with the contract commencing on 22nd February 2019 and extending until 22nd February 2020. The procurement was classified under the category of "Networks" with specific emphasis on network equipment and components. The delivery address for this contract is located in Northampton, East Midlands, UK, with the tender period concluding on 21st February 2019.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology and network equipment sector, particularly those specialising in the installation and maintenance of networking hardware. Firms with expertise in Cisco systems or those able to provide comprehensive support services for network infrastructure would be particularly well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. Collaboration and innovative network solutions tailored for educational environments could also enhance their appeal to organisations like the University of Northampton.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ITT267 International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support - AWARD

Notice Description

The University is seeking tenders for the provision of International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support. As part of the new Waterside Campus for the University of Northampton, a new training facility is being developed to provide for the International Leather Centre. (ILC) There will be a dedicated Technology Equipment Room located on the Ground Floor where all infrastructure CAT6a cabling will terminate and where a single 42U equipment rack will house the central network hardware. Connectivity to the ILC network will be via the existing University network infrastructure and central core network hub located within the Learning Hub Building on the Waterside Campus. The necessary fibre and copper interlink cabling will be provided by others and be presented in the equipment room The new University campus has installed and operates a Cisco Software defined network incorporating Cisco DNA Centre. Significant importance has been placed upon the Wi-Fi of all the campus buildings to support the collaborative teaching techniques that utilise sharing of student and staff mobile devices and interaction with a comprehensive AV solution. The network requirement will include: o Supply and installation of new network switches to provide compatibility with the Waterside / UoN Cisco Software Defined Network for improved network automation and management. o Supply and installation of new switches to support high-end Cisco Wireless Access Points (Wi-Fi) o Supply and installation of new Wireless Access Points to provide suitable coverage for the staff and student collaborative interaction. o Connection to the existing infrastructure network. o 12-month support of all hardware and installation. Please see tender documents for full specification

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6219862b-c8e7-4a47-86f1-b80c059a7b49
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f590e7a6-2b43-4912-b13a-860ca57c2528
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

32420000 - Network equipment

32422000 - Network components

32427000 - Network system

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 20196 years ago
Contract Period
22 Feb 2019 - 22 Feb 2020 1-2 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 NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Postcode
NN1 5PH
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Delapre and Rushmere
Westminster Constituency
Northampton South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

XMA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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