Tender

IT078 - Network Infrastructure Refresh - Birmingham City University

BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY

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Tender

23 Mar 2021 at 10:25

Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City University has initiated a procurement process titled "IT078 - Network Infrastructure Refresh." This project involves upgrading the network infrastructure and providing support over a term of five years, commencing on November 1, 2021, and concluding on October 31, 2028. The tender, classified under the CPV code for "Network upgrade," is currently active and will follow a Competitive Dialogue procedure, with key dates including a tender submission deadline set for April 22, 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand in the IT and network solutions sector, particularly those specialised in network upgrades and support services. Companies that can demonstrate their capability to deliver innovative network solutions and manage multi-year contracts will be particularly well-suited to compete. The competitive nature of this tender allows for collaborative engagement, making it ideal for firms seeking to establish long-term partnerships with educational institutions.

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Notice Title

IT078 - Network Infrastructure Refresh - Birmingham City University

Notice Description

Suppliers are invited for the procurement of a new network solution and support for 5+1+1 (five) years, including a hand over period with the newly appointed supplier at the end of the term to ensure business continuity. This tender process will be conducted under the Competitive Dialogue procedure. This will be in a number of stages, including the Selection, Invitation to Submit an Outline Solution (ISOS), Dialogue sessions and an Invitation to Submit a Detailed Solution (ISDS).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5764a751-cbab-430c-a98a-004976925dd5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive dialog
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32428000 - Network upgrade

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2028 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
jamie.cupper@bcu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441213317677

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7BD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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