Tender

Provision of a VMS Replacement / Upgrade for the University of Sunderland

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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Tender

24 Nov 2020 at 12:34

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland is currently engaged in a procurement process for the "Provision of a VMS Replacement / Upgrade," aimed at modernising its Video Management System (VMS) in line with its Digital First Strategy. The tender is classified under surveillance and security systems, with an active status, and is being conducted through an open procedure below the threshold. Interested parties should submit their expressions of interest by 11 December 2020, at which point the tender period will conclude. The contract is expected to commence on 4 January 2021 and will run until 31 December 2025, with the project location based in Sunderland, North East England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the security and surveillance industries, particularly those offering innovative digital solutions for video management systems. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as their participation aligns with the procurement's suitability requirements. Companies that can provide modern technology that enhances safety and security will find a conducive environment to grow through this contract, as the University aims to integrate modern technologies while ensuring the continuity of critical security functions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a VMS Replacement / Upgrade for the University of Sunderland

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking to replace the current Instek Digital Command Centre Video Management System (VMS) and associated hardware with the purchase of a modern solution that will act as a bridge to modern technologies whilst future-proofing the core security function, keeping in line with the UoS Digital First Strategy detailed below. The current VMS links to approximately 370 CCTV cameras covering the estate. The camera data is written to one of 24 Digital Video Recorder/Network Video Recorder (DVR/NVR) systems which are located in throughout the estate. Digital First Strategy - Our ambition is to become a truly digital first university. Digital is at the core of what we do and involves people and culture as much as it involves technology. Our learning, teaching and research, as well as our management and administration functions, are already supported by some innovative and efficient digital solutions. Our aim is to continue to develop a culture where digital skills and behaviours underpin everything we do. Expressions of interest and the tender documents are strictly via the University E-Portal. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Additional information: Expression of interest and tender documents strictly via the University of Sunderland E-Portal. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : Not applicable Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e467e386-a654-4af9-b4ef-75efc21905a8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7391347-dd17-4f33-ac9d-b7a377e6018e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2025 4-5 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
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
Phil Beardmore
Contact Email
philip.beardmore@sunderland.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0191 515 2146

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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