Award

Cabling Tender (Fibre Installation)

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Jun 2021 at 08:28

Award Notice
Tender

18 Mar 2021 at 16:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire has recently completed a procurement process titled "Cabling Tender (Fibre Installation)" focused on the installation of fibre cabling using both existing external ducts and undocumented internal routes. The procurement was initiated on 18th March 2021, and the tender period concluded on 2nd April 2021. The contract is classified under the services category, specifically Network cabling (CPV code 32421000), with a contract period lasting from 4th May 2021 to 30th June 2021. The procurement method used was open procedure (below threshold), and the primary delivery address for the project is located at LU1 3JU, Luton, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network cabling and fibre installations, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that are able to navigate the needs of site assessments and installation challenges. Firms interested in this sector will benefit from reviewing the awarded contract, which valued £23,222 and was given to Birch Technical Services on 8th June 2021. Those looking to expand their business in similar projects should consider registering through the University’s procurement portal to remain engaged with future opportunities in similar tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cabling Tender (Fibre Installation)

Notice Description

Requirement for installation of fibre using existing external ducts and internal routes. Routes are undocumented so site visit is required. Additional information: Suppliers will need to register and express an interest through the University's procurement portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbedfordshire/aspx/Tenders/Current. All communication and tender returns will go through the procurement portal. No direct emails should be sent to the University.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d3e24dac-dfb1-4fc1-b33d-0332e88e077f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e0068ff-f7b4-45bc-ad34-a4f4e5da2050
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32421000 - Network cabling

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£23,222 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
12 Jun 2021 - 31 Jul 2021 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
UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
Procurement
Contact Email
tracy.wilson@beds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01582743315

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 3JU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIRCH TECHNICAL SERVICES

Further Information

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