Tender

Luminate Education / Leeds City College - Firewall Provision

FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES

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16 Apr 2019 at 10:12

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23 Nov 2018 at 13:00

Tender

23 Nov 2018 at 12:45

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Leeds City College is focused on acquiring a 'WatchGuard' Firewall solution for their Quarry Hill Campus. The procurement is classified under the services category, specifically related to security software package. The contract is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submission set for 12 noon on 7 December 2018. This open procedure is accessible to all registered suppliers via the In-Tend procurement portal. The contract period is expected to run from 14 December 2018 to 10 January 2019, providing adequate time for delivery and commissioning of the solution.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in IT security solutions, particularly those that can provide robust firewall services and infrastructure. Companies with experience in deploying resilient network solutions and support services are well-positioned to compete effectively. Since tenders are evaluated based on total price and the level of support offered, suppliers who can showcase strong partnerships with manufacturers and a proven track record will enhance their attractiveness to the College. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to engage with this tender, given the College's open procurement approach.

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Notice Title

Luminate Education / Leeds City College - Firewall Provision

Notice Description

Leeds City College ('the College') is seeking to purchase a 'WatchGuard' Firewall solution (or equivalent). Please note - Both warranty and support have to be included within the purchase price and run for a period of not less than three years. Any warranty must also be deferred from the date of purchase to the actual 'go-live' date of August 2019, then run concurrently for the minimum period of three years. Also, any proposed professional services must be included within the price. Additional information: The procurement process will make use of the In-Tend procurement portal which is available to any registered company. Tenders are invited from any suitably qualified supplier who is capable of meeting the College's needs and the contract will be awarded in accordance with the terms and conditions of the agreement. The In-Tend portal can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/fe/aspx/Tenders/Current Delivery Notes Tenders should preferably be returned electronically using the In-Tend procurement portal. There is no requirement to duplicate electronic submissions with a hard copy. Tenders must be received no later than 12 noon on Friday 7th December 2018. Tenders received after this date/time will not be considered. You are advised to complete your submission no later than 11:45am in case there are any delays in the operation of the system(s). A completed form of Tender (Appendix A), Certificate against Canvassing (Appendix B) and the Costings Table (Appendix D) MUST be completed and submitted Tender prices shall be in sterling and should be quoted exclusive of VAT and inclusive of any delivery charges. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No The process will be managed through Leeds City College's e-Tendering portal, in-tend, which provides a secure delivery mechanism and an auditable record of the process. There is no cost associated with using the portal and merely requires a short registration process. Any issues, queries or problems with the e-Tendering portal needs to be addressed to Further Education Colleges by telephone on 0845 557 8079 or by email at support@in-tend.co.uk. Any question in respect of the tender documentation should be sent via the portal using the messaging facility within the system. This ensures that a complete audit trail of the process is generated. Questions raised which result in additional information being provided will be shared with all organisations together with Leeds City College's response, but will not breach any areas of commercially sensitive information. Leeds City College accepts no liability for any costs incurred by any organisations in respect or preparing or submitting any Expression of Interest documentation or any further elements of the wider procurement process. Delivery Notes Tenders should preferably be returned electronically using the In-Tend procurement portal. If you submit your tender in hard copy, your envelope must NOT display your name or address. If a courier is delivering the tender for you, please make sure that they do not label or mark the envelope with anything which will identify you. Please make sure that any additional packaging is clearly identified as containing a tender. If you do use a courier, please ensure that they know the exact location of the College site to which the tender should be delivered. Leeds City College cannot be held responsible for the late arrival of tenders due to misunderstanding or unavoidable delay. There is no requirement to duplicate electronic submissions with a hard copy. Tender prices shall be in sterling and should be quoted exclusive of VAT and inclusive of any delivery charges. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No The process will be managed through Leeds City College's e-Tendering portal, in-tend, which provides a secure delivery mechanism and an auditable record of the process. There is no cost associated with using the portal and merely requires a short registration process. Any issues, queries or problems with the e-Tendering portal needs to be addressed to Further Education Colleges by telephone on 0845 557 8079 or by email at support@in-tend.co.uk. Any question in respect of the tender documentation should be sent via the portal using the messaging facility within the system. This ensures that a complete audit trail of the process is generated. Questions raised which result in additional information being provided will be shared with all organisations together with Leeds City College's response, but will not breach any areas of commercially sensitive information. Leeds City College accepts no liability for any costs incurred by any organisations in respect or preparing or submitting any Expression of Interest documentation or any further elements of the wider procurement process. Delivery Notes Tenders should preferably be returned electronically using the In-Tend procurement portal. If you submit your tender in hard copy, your envelope must NOT display your name or address. If a courier is delivering the tender for you, please make sure that they do not label or mark the envelope with anything which will identify you. Please make sure that any additional packaging is clearly identified as containing a tender. If you do use a courier, please ensure that they know the exact location of the College site to which the tender should be delivered. Leeds City College cannot be held responsible for the late arrival of tenders due to misunderstanding or unavoidable delay. There is no requirement to duplicate electronic submissions with a hard copy. Tender prices shall be in sterling and should be quoted exclusive of VAT and inclusive of any delivery charges. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-72d1dbee-cc3d-44e0-a44e-431d8a2def58
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cf7713c-d4da-4f0b-85df-c34f59902338
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48730000 - Security software package

48731000 - File security software package

48732000 - Data security software package

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 May 2019 - 31 Jul 2019 1-6 months
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
FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES
Contact Name
Paul Emmett
Contact Email
paul.emmett@leedscitycollege.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01132162373

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS3 1AA
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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