Tender

Network Cabling Services

GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE

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Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 14:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is seeking proposals for a contract titled "Network Cabling Services" under the Computer network services category. This process is in the tender stage and was published on 21st February 2025. The contract entails the supply, commissioning, installation, termination, and testing of structured data cabling in various buildings within the Greater Manchester area and additional Counter Terrorism Policing North West sites. The procurement process is open with an end date for tenders on 28th March 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract period is set to begin on 6th May 2025 and conclude on 5th May 2027. The project value ranges from £375,000 to £475,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs within the IT services sector capable of providing consultancy, software development, and network support. Businesses with expertise in optical fibre, copper telecoms, and network equipment installation are well-suited for competing. Winning this contract would not only bolster a firm's portfolio but also enhance its reputation by contributing to high-security projects fostering regional safety and development. GMP's commitment to a detailed and stringent tendering process ensures that participating businesses must meet high standards of quality and reliability, making this a prestigious and lucrative opportunity for qualified bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Network Cabling Services

Notice Description

This contract is for the supply, commissioning, installation, termination and testing of structured data cabling in a wide range of buildings belonging to The Authority, within the Greater Manchester area, and for the same services to a number of Counter Terrorism Policing North West site, in Greater Manchester and the wider North West region, as well as temporary sites within Greater Manchester where The Authority may be required to operate for a period of time. There is a requirement to undertake ad-hoc site surveys for installation of cabling when requested by The Authority. The requirement will adhere to current cable specifications as defined by the Authority and include Optical fibre (blown, single and multicore), copper telecoms and the installation of cable trays, cabinets (server and network), patch panels and cable distribution within the racks. Additional information: This tender process is being conducted through the in-tend e-tendering portal. It can take up to two working days for the in-tend Technical Team to respond to any technical enquires. The Authority will not be liable for any technical difficulties encountered by bidders and the closing date and time will be strictly adhered to. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b0328334-1561-43bb-af93-70d30acece8f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e88d8c-2ec3-48aa-b1c0-7fb294a52a21
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

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72700000 - Computer network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£475,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 May 2025 - 5 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE
Contact Name
Christopher Garner
Contact Email
christopher.garner@gmp.police.uk
Contact Phone
07890392757

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M11 2NS
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Clayton & Openshaw
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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