Tender

Network Cabling Replacements

GATESHEAD COLLEGE

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Tender

06 Mar 2026 at 11:34

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Gateshead College is inviting tenders to upgrade network cabling at its Baltic Campus, located in Gateshead, UK. As part of its IT infrastructure investment plans, the College seeks to enhance network capacity on the 2nd floor, which houses digital technologies and game development classrooms. The procurement process is currently at the 'Tender' stage, with submissions required by 2nd April 2026, and any enquiries to be submitted by 25th March 2026. This open competition is governed by UK legislation under the legal basis of the UKPGA 2023/54. The estimated contract value amounts to £100,000, providing significant work opportunities within the installation of computer cabling sector.

This tender presents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses specialising in network infrastructure installations, particularly those adept in computer cabling. The project is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises capable of delivering high-quality work within budget constraints. With a strong emphasis on quality (60% weighting) over price (40%), businesses with expertise in educational settings and a solid history of delivering high-standard installations could have a competitive advantage. Gateshead College's commitment to expanding its digital capabilities positions this contract as a strategic opportunity for firms looking to strengthen their market presence in the Northeast England region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Network Cabling Replacements

Notice Description

As part of investment into our IT infrastructure, the College is seeking to upgrade its network cabling at the Baltic Campus. The College's current network wiring was installed a number of years ago and we now require further network capacity in classrooms and offices to support our growth. This work is required on the 2nd floor of the Baltic Campus, where there are a large number of digital technologies and games classrooms. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Gateshead:-Installation-of-computer-cabling./77BJQ3X8UD To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/77BJQ3X8UD

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0663f8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020305-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45314320 - Installation of computer cabling

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 May 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 1-6 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
GATESHEAD COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 3BE
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC22 Tyneside
Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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