Tender

Sixth Form College Farnborough Network Infrastructure Project Edge Switches

THE PROSPECT TRUST

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Tender

02 Dec 2025 at 16:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by THE PROSPECT TRUST is for the Sixth Form College Farnborough Network Infrastructure Project Edge Switches, falling under the computer-related equipment category. This tender focuses on the design, configuration, testing, and partial installation of edge switches, intended to be completed over a 6-8 month period during college holiday breaks. Located in Farnborough, UK, the procurement method employed is an open procedure, accelerated due to urgency. Key dates include the tender period ending on 12th December 2025 and the award decision expected by 22nd December 2025. The contract is projected to run from 16th February 2026 to 15th October 2026, with a gross value estimated at £270,000.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in computer-related goods and network infrastructure projects. Companies with expertise in designing and installing such systems will find this project conducive to showcasing their capabilities in a high-profile educational environment. Moreover, the accelerated open procedure facilitates broader competition and potential business growth by allowing all qualified suppliers' participation. Organisations equipped to handle the state of urgency, and who can work within academic schedules, will benefit from competing for this procurement contract, thereby expanding their portfolio in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sixth Form College Farnborough Network Infrastructure Project Edge Switches

Notice Description

Edge switch(es) design, configuration, and testing with partial installation. Over 6-8 months (during college holiday periods)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ed58
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079086-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20252 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 20251 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 15 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE PROSPECT TRUST
Contact Name
Kate Thomlinson
Contact Email
kate.thomlinson@theprospecttrust.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
FARNBOROUGH
Postcode
GU14 8JX
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ37 North Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Rushmoor
Electoral Ward
Cherrywood
Westminster Constituency
Aldershot

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