Enterprise Network Replacement Programme - Further Competition via CCS Network Services 3 Framework (Lot 2a)

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-058d5d-2025-08-29T11:27:11+01:00",
    "date": "2025-08-29T11:27:11+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-058d5d",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "BWPCIT001745",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "32014L0024",
            "scheme": "CELEX"
        },
        "title": "Enterprise Network Replacement Programme - Further Competition via CCS Network Services 3 Framework (Lot 2a)",
        "status": "active",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "72710000",
            "description": "Local area network services"
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "description": "Deadline for tender submission: Wednesday 24th September at 12:00pm This Prior Information Notice is being used as a call for competition under Regulation 48(5) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This procurement is being conducted as a Further Competition under the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Network Services 3 Framework - Lot 2a (Local Connectivity Services). - https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6116:2a/lot-suppliers Only suppliers appointed to Lot 2a of the CCS Network Services 3 Framework are eligible to participate. Framework suppliers must access the competition documentation via the BWPC SAP Ariba platform. 1. Introduction to BWPC and How to Do Business The Bristol & Weston NHS Purchasing Consortium (BWPC) is a collaborative procurement organisation serving NHS Trusts across the region. BWPC supports strategic sourcing and procurement activities, ensuring value for money and compliance with public sector regulations. BWPC shall issue the Invitation to Further Competition via the SAP Ariba e-procurement platform, using the email addresses registered by suppliers on the CCS Network Services 3 Framework (Lot 2a). Eligible suppliers shall receive an automated invitation to participate in the competition, enabling access to the portal and initiation of the e-procurement process. Please note: This opportunity is strictly limited to suppliers appointed to Lot 2a of the CCS Network Services 3 Framework. Suppliers not listed on the framework are not eligible to participate and should not submit enquiries regarding bidding. Suppliers interested in doing business with BWPC must be registered on the SAP Ariba e-procurement platform, which facilitates secure and transparent tendering processes. Guidance on registration and access is available via the BWPC supplier portal: https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/bristol-weston-nhs-purchasing-consortium/supplier-sap-business-network 2. UHBW's Digital Strategy and the Role of Network Replacement University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is committed to delivering a modern, digitally enabled healthcare environment. The Trust's Five-Year Digital Strategy outlines a vision for integrated, intelligent systems that empower clinicians and improve patient outcomes. The Enterprise Network Replacement Programme is a foundational enabler of this strategy, ensuring resilient, secure, and high-performance connectivity across all UHBW sites. For more info, please review: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/assets/1/uhbw_five_year_digital_strategy_published.pdf 3. Strategic Context - Bristol NHS Group UHBW is part of the Bristol NHS Group, a collaborative initiative between local NHS organisations to deliver joined-up care across the region. The network replacement programme aligns with the Group's long-term goals and more information can be found: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/p/about-us/bristol-nhs-group 4. Procurement Route and Eligibility This procurement is being conducted as a Further Competition under the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Network Services 3 Framework - Lot 2a (Local Connectivity Services). Please note: This opportunity is strictly limited to suppliers appointed to Lot 2a of the CCS Network Services 3 Framework. Suppliers not listed on the framework are not eligible to participate and should not submit enquiries regarding bidding. This Prior Information Notice is being used as a call for competition under Regulation 48(5) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. No further contract notice will be published. Interested suppliers must express interest via the BWPC SAP Ariba platform. 5. Key Dates and Information Estimated contract value: PS24,500,000 Contract duration: 7 years with the option to extend a further 3 years Deadline for tender submission: Wednesday 24th September at 12:00pm Anticipated contract start date: 1st April 2026 Contact point for enquiries: Procurement@nbt.nhs.uk",
        "value": {
            "amount": 24500000,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "description": "The Trust is seeking to procure a managed service for the replacement and ongoing maintenance of its enterprise network infrastructure. This service shall encompass the design, deployment, and lifecycle support of a resilient, secure, and scalable network across all UHBW sites. The solution must align with the Trust's digital strategy and support critical clinical and operational services through high-availability connectivity, proactive monitoring, and responsive support. Please refer to Schedule 4 - Specification, for further detail regarding the requirement.",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 24500000,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 2520
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "The Authority reserves the right to extend the contract by a further period or periods not exceeding thirty-six (36) months in total. Such extensions may be exercised in increments of twelve (12) months or any other combination of periods, provided that the total duration of the contract does not exceed one-hundred and twenty (120) months."
                },
                "status": "active"
            }
        ],
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "32410000",
                        "description": "Local area network"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "72710000",
                        "description": "Local area network services"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UK"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryLocation": {
                    "description": "University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Trust Headquarters Marlborough Street Bristol BS1 3NU"
                },
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "participationFees": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "type": [
                    "document"
                ]
            }
        ],
        "submissionMethod": [
            "electronicSubmission"
        ],
        "submissionMethodDetails": "https://service.ariba.com/Supplier.aw/109549047/aw?awh=r&awssk=Uy.bqbwd&dard=1",
        "selectionCriteria": {
            "criteria": [
                {
                    "type": "suitability",
                    "description": "Suppliers must be appointed to Lot 2a of the CCS Network Services 3 Framework, which confirms their suitability to pursue the professional activity required under this procurement.",
                    "appliesTo": [
                        "supplier"
                    ]
                }
            ]
        },
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "economic",
                "documentType": "economicSelectionCriteria"
            },
            {
                "id": "technical",
                "documentType": "technicalSelectionCriteria"
            }
        ],
        "procurementMethod": "selective",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Restricted procedure",
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2025-09-01T12:00:00+01:00"
        },
        "submissionTerms": {
            "languages": [
                "en"
            ]
        },
        "awardPeriod": {
            "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00"
        },
        "contractTerms": {
            "hasElectronicOrdering": true,
            "electronicInvoicingPolicy": "allowed",
            "hasElectronicPayment": true
        },
        "amendments": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "unstructuredChanges": [
                    {
                        "newValue": {
                            "text": "Addendum: Change in Budget Availability and Project Status Following the publication of this Prior Information Notice, the Trust has been made aware of a change in budget availability that was not previously known or anticipated. As a result, the procurement timeline and associated milestones are now under review. The Enterprise Network Replacement Programme remains a strategic priority for the Trust, but the procurement process is currently pending further internal confirmation of funding arrangements. Suppliers are advised that the previously published dates are no longer applicable, and a revised timeline will be communicated once the Trust is in a position to proceed. We remain committed to engaging transparently with the market and shall provide updates as soon as further information becomes available. Revised Section 5: Key Information (Dates Removed) Estimated contract value: PS24,500,000 Contract duration: 7 years with the option to extend a further 3 years Procurement status: Pending confirmation of funding Contact point for enquiries: Procurement@nbt.nhs.uk"
                        },
                        "where": {
                            "section": "II.1.4."
                        }
                    }
                ]
            }
        ]
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-NHS-RA7",
            "name": "University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust",
                "id": "RA7",
                "scheme": "GB-NHS"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Trust Headquarters, Marlborough St,",
                "locality": "Bristol",
                "region": "UKK11",
                "postalCode": "BS13NU",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Emma Zander-Scott",
                "email": "procurement@nbt.nhs.uk",
                "url": "https://service.ariba.com/Supplier.aw/109549047/aw?awh=r&awssk=Uy.bqbwd&dard=1"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/",
                "buyerProfile": "https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/bristol-weston-nhs-purchasing-consortium/procurement-strategy",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "TED_CA_TYPE",
                        "id": "BODY_PUBLIC",
                        "description": "Body governed by public law"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "COFOG",
                        "id": "07",
                        "description": "Health"
                    }
                ]
            }
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-FTS-154067",
            "name": "The High Court of Justice of England and Wales",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "The High Court of Justice of England and Wales"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Royal Courts of Justice, Strand",
                "locality": "London",
                "postalCode": "WC2A 2LL",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom"
            },
            "roles": [
                "reviewBody"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-NHS-RA7",
        "name": "University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust"
    },
    "language": "en"
}