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Replacement IT Network Infrastructure - Internal Campus Enabling Works

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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14 Oct 2024 at 13:51

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sussex has completed the tender process titled "Replacement IT Network Infrastructure - Internal Campus Enabling Works" within the construction industry. This project involves significant upgrades to the University's IT Network Infrastructure, aimed at enhancing the performance of the campus data network at the Falmer Campus in Brighton, postal code BN1 9RH. The procurement was managed through a competitive procedure with negotiation. The contract, valued at £7,478,025 GBP, commenced on 8th October 2024 and is set to conclude by 5th August 2025. The tender process included key activities such as the design and delivery of independent power supplies and cooling systems for various ITS network equipment rooms, fibre data cabling installations, and associated building fabric changes.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for large enterprises with expertise in IT infrastructure and construction works. Companies specialising in modern and secure network solutions, data cabling, and facility enhancements would be well-suited to undertake such a project. The awarded supplier, Capita Business Services Ltd, reflects the scale and capability required for projects of this magnitude. Given the scope and visibility of the project, participation in similar tenders can help firms enhance their market positioning and showcase their capabilities in delivering high-impact infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Replacement IT Network Infrastructure - Internal Campus Enabling Works

Notice Description

This notice of tender is for the delivery of the internal enabling works for the replacement of the University's IT Network Infrastructure. This is a highly visible flagship programme for the provision of a modern, secure, high speed wired and wireless campus data network for the entire UoS Falmer Campus. The upgrade of the network infrastructure is instrumental to the University of Sussex achieving its strategic objectives, and central to the delivery of strategic developments in the ITS and Estates roadmap. The project driver being in direct response to negative feedback from the National Student Survey. This works package will therefore deliver the following scope of works: * Design and delivery of independent power supplies for each ITS network equipment room (195 No.) * Design and delivery of cooling systems for critical ITS network equipment room (81 No.) * Fibre data cabling install, internal and external cable runs (Whole Campus) * Fabric building changes for associated fibre and power cabling install (Whole Campus)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-be5ef23d-a332-4814-b9d3-4bda5314aa25
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a7d1df9-8102-41a5-9e7b-40e34e238e25
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,478,025 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£7,478,025 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
7 Oct 2024 - 5 Aug 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)
Contact Name
Michael Prior
Contact Email
m.prior@sussex.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAPITA BUSINESS SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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