Tender

The Modern Network

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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Tender

01 Sep 2021 at 21:45

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol is currently conducting a tender process titled "The Modern Network," aiming to procure data network management and support services valued at approximately £48.4 million. This project is part of the university's Digital Strategy, which seeks to establish a high-performance digital connectivity framework across its campus in Bristol, UK. The procurement is structured into three distinct lots: Connectivity, Network, and Service Management, each offering various design, deployment, and operational services. Interested parties should note that the tender period concludes on 1st October 2021, with submissions being accepted through electronic and written means.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network infrastructure, design, and management services. Companies that specialise in connectivity solutions, software services, and service management capabilities would be particularly well-suited to compete for these contracts, given the comprehensive nature of the requirements. The winning bidders will not only contribute to a prestigious project but also potentially benefit from annual contract renewals over a total term of up to ten years, fostering long-term business growth and collaboration with a leading educational institution.

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Notice Title

The Modern Network

Notice Description

This procurement is for the design, build and operation of digital connectivity services to deliver the Modern Network. The Modern Network is part of the University of Bristol's "Digital Strategy", which sets out its vision and roadmap for future development of the University and its campus facilities. The Modern Network will be a high performance network with a world-class service management capability. This is a huge and exciting opportunity to create a prestigious, advanced digital platform that will power the global success of the University. The procurement is separated into three lots: Connectivity (design, deploy and operate services which comprise the physical connectivity of the Modern Network, including inter-building connections and intra-building connections); Network (design, deploy and operate services which comprise the physical components, software and logic elements needed to create and operate the network and the end-to-end services) and Service Management (design, deploy and operate service management capabilities required to achieve and maintain a world class service management capability).

Lot Information

Connectivity

Provision of design, deploy and operate services for this Lot which comprises the physical connectivity of the modern network. It includes inter-building connections and intra-building connections (that may traverse public or private land) and related components, such as: As directed, new ducts and new fibre connections; Metallic path connections, metallic and optical patch panels and related cabinets; Metallic and optical inter-building, inter-comms room, inter-switch or inter-cabinet cables; Metallic and optical paths (i.e. wiring/cabling/fibres) and their outlets between end users/devices and patch panels; Service Management activities (relevant to this Lot). Bidders should note that as part of this Lot there is an option to use existing duct and fibre infrastructure and an operational service that is jointly shared between the University and Bristol City Council. Bidders will be encouraged to use the existing duct and fibre infrastructure (where such use is deemed appropriate) in line with the University's focus on environmental and social responsibility.

Renewal: After the initial term, annual renewals may be offered up to a maximum total term of 10 years.

Network

Provision of design, deploy and operate services for this Lot which comprises the physical components, software and logic elements needed to create and operate the network and the end-to-end services that will run on the services provided by Lot 1, such as: Controllers, routers, switches or forwarding devices; Critical components such as DHCP, DNS and NTP needed for the network to function; Logical configuration and operation of the network; Security capabilities such as network control points like firewalls, IDS and IPS and integration with University existing capabilities such as the Security Operations Centre; Performance optimisation capabilities, including capabilities such as dynamic interaction with applications or real time events; LAN and Wireless Services; Remote Access Services; Integration with the University's IDAM solution; Leased circuits or broadband Internet connections (but not services used primarily for telephony); Orchestration and automation capabilities; Service Management activities (relevant to this Lot). Bidders should note that as part of this Lot there is an option to use existing duct and fibre infrastructure and an operational service that is jointly shared between the University and Bristol City Council. Bidders will be encouraged to use the existing duct and fibre infrastructure (where such use is deemed appropriate) in line with the University's focus on environmental and social responsibility. Bidders should be aware that, whilst connectivity to the University WAN is in scope of this Lot, the WAN itself is out of scope.

Renewal: After the initial term, annual renewals may be offered up to a maximum total term of 10 years

Service Management

The provision of design, deploy and operate service management capabilities required to achieve and maintain a world class service management capability, such as: A comprehensive and robust service management capability based around common industry frameworks; A co-sourced model where the University operates as both a supplier and customer, for example via the provision of the duct and fibre service in Lot 1 and Lot 2; Integration and oversight of service management capabilities from all Lots; Integration with the related University capabilities, such as a service catalogue and self-service capability; Identifying and agreeing suitable overall Service Level Targets and Service Level Agreements with the University; A single view of the Modern Network; A continuous improvement capability; Automation and orchestration capabilities; Development and execution of a service management transformation plan. Bidders should note that all University end user service management interactions are anticipated to be via the University ITSM capability. For example, the University expects self-service interactions between end users and its service management portal to utilise a service catalogue with Modern Network entries that are integrated from a Lot 3 capability.

Renewal: After the initial term, annual renewals may be offered up to a maximum total term of 10 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02dc2f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021696-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive dialogue
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

32410000 - Local area network

32418000 - Radio network

32421000 - Network cabling

32424000 - Network infrastructure

32427000 - Network system

32428000 - Network upgrade

32430000 - Wide area network

72315000 - Data network management and support services

72511000 - Network management software services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£48,400,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£48,400,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
stephen.davies@bristol.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01179289000

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK11 Bristol, City of

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

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