Tender

Supply of Enterprise Network Switching and Wireless Infrastructure

THE SPENCER ACADEMIES TRUST

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Tender

17 Mar 2026 at 09:02

Summary of the contracting process

THE SPENCER ACADEMIES TRUST is actively seeking to procure high-grade enterprise network switching and wireless infrastructure. The contract is classified under the industry category of network infrastructure and upgrade, targeting various regions across the United Kingdom. This procurement process is in the tender stage, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 23rd March 2026 and a tender submission deadline on 27th March 2026. The contract value estimated is £1,800,000 gross, with a guided delivery period starting from 27th April 2026 and set to conclude on 27th April 2027. The procurement method adopted is open procedure, with accelerated timelines due to urgency.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in network infrastructure, particularly those who are authorised Aruba partners or capable of providing genuine equipment with full manufacturer support. SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement is suitable for small and medium enterprises. The enterprise solutions required must ensure interoperability with existing Aruba Central and ClearPass platforms, presenting growth opportunities for businesses skilled in network architecture and seeking to expand their market presence within the educational sector. Suppliers can leverage this contract to strengthen their credentials by displaying their expertise in high-tech solutions and commitment to quality and timely delivery.

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Notice Title

Supply of Enterprise Network Switching and Wireless Infrastructure

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority is seeking to procure enterprise-grade switching, wireless, and associated licences/support services. Suppliers must be authorised Aruba partners or otherwise demonstrate the ability to provide genuine equipment with full manufacturer warranty and support entitlement. The Authority operates an existing Aruba network environment which has been deployed following Department for Education investment across our Trust estate. The purpose of this procurement is to expand and enhance that existing infrastructure. Solutions must therefore be compatible with the existing Aruba Central and ClearPass environment to maintain a consistent and centrally managed network architecture. The Authority requires interoperability with its existing Aruba Central and ClearPass platforms to avoid operational duplication and to maintain centralised management across the Trust estate. For the avoidance of doubt, interoperability means that proposed equipment must be capable of operating alongside the Authority's existing switching, wireless, and network access control platforms during a staged migration and must not require the introduction of a parallel network management platform for day-to-day operations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to purchase additional networking upgrade equipment on an ad hoc basis during the term of the contract, subject to budget availability and operational requirements. These additional purchases will be made under the technical specifications, and contractual terms as the initial procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066bb0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023810-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

32428000 - Network upgrade

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 27 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE SPENCER ACADEMIES TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG9 6RZ
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Broxtowe
Electoral Ward
Toton & Chilwell Meadows
Westminster Constituency
Broxtowe

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