Tender

Data & Telecommunication Cabling Framework

UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Tender

08 Apr 2026 at 15:04

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester has initiated an open procurement process for a "Data & Telecommunication Cabling Framework" to establish a system involving three contractors for the installation, repair, and maintenance of its telephone, data, and fibre optic cabling systems. This active tender, classified under the telecommunications network category, is at the tender stage. The procurement process follows an open procedure below threshold, with a total contract value of £3,000,000. The tender closes on 13th May 2026, at 12:00 PM, while the contract period is slated to begin on 4th July 2026 and end on 3rd July 2031. Located in Manchester, the postal code for delivery is M13 9PL, and the procurement aims at engaging the services industry, specifically benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in telecommunications and network cabling services to grow by collaborating with a reputable institution such as the University of Manchester. Ideal contenders would be companies experienced in network installation and maintenance, possessing the capability to handle large-scale telecommunications projects. SMEs stand to benefit particularly well given the project’s suitability criteria, enabling them to enhance their portfolios and gain substantial experience in working within an educational environment. Interested businesses should ensure they meet the qualifications and register their proposals before the tender closure date.

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Notice Title

Data & Telecommunication Cabling Framework

Notice Description

The University would like to establish a framework consisting of three contractors to provide the installation, repair and maintenance of the University's telephone, data and fibre optic cabling systems Please access more details and documents at the University's procurement portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Home

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9afc88e9-6aa3-4cf4-bf35-498ee6229dd6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54481112-c1cf-4f0d-8d83-38d27410f8a3
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

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

32412100 - Telecommunications network

32421000 - Network cabling

50312300 - Maintenance and repair of data network equipment

50312310 - Maintenance of data network equipment

50312320 - Repair of data network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 20261 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Jul 2026 - 3 Jul 2031 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 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

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