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STRATEGIC INFRASTRUCTURE AND CO-LOCATION EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES

Coventry University

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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04 Aug 2025 at 16:16

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Tender

11 Feb 2025 at 15:56

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "STRATEGIC INFRASTRUCTURE AND CO-LOCATION EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES" has been completed, orchestrated by Coventry University, a body governed by public law, located in Coventry, UK. This extensive process aimed at acquiring data-processing machines (hardware) under the goods industry category. The procurement method adopted was an open procedure and has reached the contract award stage, with CDW Ltd being the successful supplier. The contract was signed on 17th July 2025 and is valued at £25 million, running for an initial term of five years, with potential extensions of an additional five years, covering innovative and sustainable solutions to bolster Coventry University's digital infrastructure.

This tender presents substantial opportunity for businesses within the IT infrastructure and data processing sectors. Companies specializing in co-location datacentre services, network infrastructure, cloud integration, security solutions, and disaster recovery services would find this contract particularly beneficial for growth. The open procurement process selectable by suppliers from the SSSNA Framework, Lot 5, ensured fair competition and the focus on innovation and sustainability aligns with businesses that deliver value-added digital transformation services. Such initiatives offer a platform for businesses to expand their UK operations and forge long-term strategic partnerships with prominent educational institutions like Coventry University.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

STRATEGIC INFRASTRUCTURE AND CO-LOCATION EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES

Notice Description

Coventry University Group is seeking to align with an exclusive infrastructure and technical services partner with a proven track record of delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that drive growth and create lasting value for our business. The selected partner will provide comprehensive support to enhance our digital capabilities and help achieve business goals over the next five years. The contract term will be a five plus five year total contract term. The partner will act as an extension of our digital infrastructure teams, supporting and leading the successful realisation of cutting-edge digital projects. Specifically, the partnership will focus on: * Co-design, implementation, and ongoing co-hosting of IT infrastructure, including: * Co-Location Datacentre Services. * Servers and storage solutions. * Network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, etc.). * Cloud integration and services. * Disaster recovery and business continuity planning. * Security solutions (firewalls, intrusion detection, etc.). * Infrastructure monitoring and management tools. * Proactive maintenance and support for all infrastructure components. * Technical expertise and guidance on infrastructure optimisation and future planning. * Professional services available for specific technical disciplines and domains.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Coventry University Group is seeking to align with an exclusive infrastructure and technical services partner with a proven track record of delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that drive growth and create lasting value for our business. The selected partner will provide comprehensive support to enhance our digital capabilities and help achieve business goals over the next five years.

Renewal: 5+5 contract term.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ddd6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045767-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)

30211100 - Super computer

30233000 - Media storage and reader devices

30234000 - Storage media

48782000 - Storage management software package

48820000 - Servers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Coventry University
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 5FB
Postcode Area
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW Ltd

Further Information

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