Planning

RNN Group - Network Infrastructure Works

RNN GROUP

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Planning

01 Oct 2025 at 11:05

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by RNN Group, a sub-central government public authority, is currently in the planning stage for a project entitled "Network Infrastructure Works." The initiative involves Preliminary Market Engagement, aiming to redesign their network infrastructure to ensure it is modern, secure, and scalable. Key dates include the engagement activities which are scheduled to conclude by 28th November 2025. This project addresses the industry categories of networks and construction work, located in the United Kingdom, specifically the UKE3 region. The tender process is facilitated by Invictus Partnership Limited, a procurement consultancy, and is guided by UK legal framework 2023/54. Suppliers interested in participating should engage with the consultancy directly for further information on the engagement activities.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the network and construction industry, particularly those specialising in infrastructure redesign and technological enhancement. Companies that provide solutions in network architecture, core and edge switching upgrades, as well as wireless infrastructure and security improvements, are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this preliminary process can offer businesses a chance to influence the tender specifications and demonstrate their capabilities to RNN Group. Additionally, this engagement offers networking opportunities to build relationships with key stakeholders, although no preferential treatment will be given in subsequent procurement stages.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RNN Group - Network Infrastructure Works

Notice Description

The RNN Group is conducting Preliminary Market Engagement in advance of their tender for a network infrastructure redesign. The Group are seeking supplier input on best practice, technologies, and delivery approaches to ensure that the solution is modern, secure, and scalable. At a minimum, the project will replace all access points and switches. The Group also invites proposals for additional improvements, including: *Network architecture and topology redesign *Core and edge switching infrastructure upgrades *Wireless infrastructure and heatmapping *Security enhancements, resilience and redundancy *Network monitoring and automation The engagement will include: 1.Registration of Interest - suppliers confirm participation. 2.Supplier briefing - overview of current environment and objectives. 3.Site Visits/Surveys - suppliers assess existing infrastructure. 4.Proposals - suppliers submit non-binding recommendations and budgetary input. 5.Discussions - optional follow-up meetings to clarify proposals. The Group aims to refine its technical requirements, gain indicative costings, and ensure that the tender is commercially viable. No contract will be awarded as a direct result of this engagement. Participation in this process will not confer any advantage or disadvantage to any participant in any subsequent procurement. Information shared by suppliers during this engagement will be provided on a non-confidential basis, unless explicitly identified as commercially sensitive. Further information can be obtained from Invictus Partnership Ltd., by emailing operations@invictuspartnership.com. To view this notice, please click here: https://invictus-inport.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=983682695

Planning Information

The engagement will include: 1.Registration of Interest – suppliers confirm participation. 2.Supplier briefing – overview of current environment and objectives. 3.Site Visits/Surveys – suppliers assess existing infrastructure. 4.Proposals – suppliers submit non-binding recommendations and budgetary input. 5.Discussions – optional follow-up meetings to clarify proposals. No contract will be awarded as a direct result of this engagement. Participation in this process will not confer any advantage or disadvantage any participant in any subsequent procurement. Information shared by bidders during this engagement will be provided on a non-confidential basis, unless explicitly identified as commercially sensitive. Further information can be obtained from Invictus Partnership Ltd., by emailing operations@invictuspartnership.com

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a5d2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061284-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 28 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RNN GROUP
Additional Buyers

INVICTUS PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
operations@invictuspartnership.com
Contact Phone
+44 2081332224, +442081332224

Buyer Location

Locality
ROTHERHAM
Postcode
S65 1EG
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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