Planning

Global IP Transit

JISC

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Planning

27 Oct 2025 at 14:30

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Jisc, a public authority classified under sub-central government, is in the planning stage of procuring global IP transit services through their procurement process titled "Global IP Transit." The procurement aims to secure services from two providers, ideally 'tier 1,' for a contract spanning two to three years, with a focus on resilience at specific locations in London's Docklands and Manchester. Interested agencies are invited to submit expressions of interest by 31st December 2025. London and Manchester have been identified as key locations, and the tender pertains mainly to the telecommunications industry category. This opportunity is currently under the planning stage, with future communication notices expected by 12th February 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth in the telecommunications sector, particularly for providers capable of delivering robust, high-capacity IP transit solutions. Businesses that specialise in telecommunications networks, equipment, and services, especially those with substantial infrastructure presence in London and Manchester, will find this opportunity well-suited to their strengths. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are also encouraged to participate, as the procurement approach allows for framework agreements and considers SME suitability. With the potential for high-value contracts and the chance to partner with a major public authority, this tender represents a valuable business prospect for telecom providers looking to expand their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Global IP Transit

Notice Description

Jisc is looking to procure global IP transit from two providers (preferably 'tier 1') for a two to three year contract. One provider must be present at two locations in London's Docklands, specified by Jisc, with the locations fully resilient from each other. The other provider must be present in the two Docklands locations plus Manchester, with Manchester's connectivity not relying on a presence in London. As part of any future tender submission it is expected that providers will supply topology maps with sufficient detail for Jisc to verify this resilience. Each connection will be delivered as at least 100GE, but options for multiples of 100GE or 400GE will be explored. As part of any future tender submission we will be seeking a suitable balance between commit levels and usage-based charges above the commit level.

Planning Information

Jisc invites interested agencies who can meet this requirement to submit an expression of interest via our etendering portal: https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=JISC The opportunity can be found under Proc3099 CTM ref: 104634 Please include a brief description of the service you provide and a link to your website. We may reach out to suppliers to arrange virtual meetings. The meetings will take place prior to the engagement deadline of 31/12/2025 and we appreciate your expediency with this activity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d44d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068588-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

32412100 - Telecommunications network

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

64220000 - Telecommunication services except telephone and data transmission services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
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
JISC
Contact Name
Juliette Hall
Contact Email
juliette.hall@jisc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2081482444

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6NB
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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