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CA16575 - Invitation to Tender

CARDINAL NEWMAN COLLEGE

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05 Jan 2026 at 11:15

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Tender

10 Oct 2025 at 09:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cardinal Newman College, located in Preston, England, initiated a procurement process under tender reference CA16575 for the supply of network infrastructure equipment. The procurement was classified under the goods category with the CPV code 32424000. An open procedure method was employed, allowing widespread participation. The tender was published on 10th October 2025 and had its tender period conclude on 4th November 2025. The contract period began on 5th November 2025 and ended on 17th December 2025. The award was made to WAVE 9 MANAGED SERVICES LIMITED, with the contract valued at £461,978.77. This procurement opportunity spanned various locations, including the United Kingdom and numerous overseas territories.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as identified by its suitability for such businesses. Companies specialising in networking infrastructure are well-positioned to partake in this tender, allowing them to expand their market reach and fortify their portfolios by supplying high-quality infrastructure to an educational institution. The open procurement method signifies that new market entrants seeking to establish a reputation within the public sector could especially benefit from such opportunities. With the contract already awarded, understanding the competitive landscape and specifics can assist businesses in preparing for future tender opportunities within this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA16575 - Invitation to Tender

Notice Description

THE SUPPLY OF NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE EQUIPMENT To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16575. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16575 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ba84572a-4b48-4359-8a1b-6e9229e4db4c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e06a4a2d-87f1-4918-a64c-7dfa639b9d03
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£461,978 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
5 Nov 2025 - 17 Dec 2025 1-6 months
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
CARDINAL NEWMAN COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 4HD
Post Town
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WAVE 9 MANAGED SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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