This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 May 2026 at 14:35

Tender

06 Mar 2026 at 11:34

Summary of the contracting process

Gateshead College, located at the Baltic Campus in Gateshead, United Kingdom, has awarded a contract for the replacement of network cabling as part of its IT infrastructure upgrade. This procurement process was conducted via an open competition, with the contract being awarded to GreySpace Advisory Ltd. The main focus of work is on the second floor of the Baltic Campus, which hosts several digital technologies and games classrooms. The procurement process followed open competition rules and was completed on 21st May 2026, with the contract period covering from 18th May 2026 to 17th May 2027. The procurement category is classified under "Installation of computer cabling" with a gross contract value of £100,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in IT infrastructure development, particularly those specialising in computer cabling installation. SMEs, such as GreySpace Advisory Ltd, can particularly benefit from participating in such public sector tenders given the focus on both quality and price in the award criteria. The project offers a platform for businesses to showcase their expertise and expand their portfolio in a vital and evolving IT sector. It also provides a path for companies to collaborate with public authorities, potentially opening doors to further opportunities in sub-central government projects within the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0663f8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047264-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£100,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 17 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GATESHEAD COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GREYSPACE ADVISORY

Further Information

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