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Provision of Residential Internet Provision and associated Equipment for the University of Sunderland

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland is currently seeking bids for the provision of Residential Internet Services and associated equipment. This open procurement, identified as IT-158-271-UOS/ResiISP/0921, falls under the services category and targets Internet service providers (CPV code: 72411000) and network equipment suppliers (CPV code: 32420000). The tender process is active, with bids closing on 6th June 2022, and the contract expected to commence on 1st July 2023, lasting until 1st July 2028. The project's objective is to introduce robust internet connectivity across all student accommodations in Sunderland, ensuring a minimum internet speed of 200Mbps, and accommodating future technological advancements.

This opportunity is particularly advantageous for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with experience in delivering internet services within the higher education sector. Businesses capable of providing innovative technical solutions, including a 24x365 Helpdesk and effective monitoring systems, would find this tender suitable for their services. The contract's value is estimated at £1 million, with potential for growth as the university aims to evolve its digital infrastructure to meet the changing needs of its student body.

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Notice Title

Provision of Residential Internet Provision and associated Equipment for the University of Sunderland

Notice Description

The University are looking to outsource the entire Residential Internet Service to a supplier, inclusive of connectivity, hardware and incident management. The purpose of this requirement is to reduce the reliance on the UoS Technical Services Team and introduce a high level of business continuity for this essential provision to students. The university are looking for innovative solutions which will also be to help future proof the provision, for the next iteration of Wi-Fi, broadband and related services. The University are looking for a provider that has previous experience with other Higher Education Institutions. The University would also like a 24x365 Helpdesk for student queries and issues to be raised using a single log-in, preferably allowing the ability to access Wi-Fi services across all accommodation. The provision, as a minimum, must provide Wi-Fi and wired connection options to all rooms, with WiFi 6 and a minimum Speed of at least 200Mbps. It is expected that these minimum speeds will increase over the life of the contract to meet the various 'change in use' that comes with technological developments. Therefore, the solution should be able to facilitate the increase is usage and bandwidth etc. A Wi-Fi provision to communal and open space would also be required. The University would expect this service to be monitored effectively with a filtering and reporting service, as well as a disaster recovery procedure in place to ensure there is minimal downtime for students Wi-Fi. Additional information: Via the University of Sunderland In-Tend portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-731a3802-7125-41de-a99f-44add5e7018a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ebfd06fd-c09e-4219-bfd7-958d43a94dd2
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

32420000 - Network equipment

72411000 - Internet service providers ISP

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2023 - 1 Jul 2028 Over 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
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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