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12 Jun 2026 at 14:32

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22 May 2026 at 14:15

Tender

22 May 2026 at 13:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Weydon Multi Academy Trust involves a substantial project focused on designing and installing a new Wi-Fi system for The Sixth Form College Farnborough. Located in Farnham, United Kingdom, this significant network infrastructure project is categorised under the wireless telecommunications industry. The procurement utilised an open procedure method and has now reached the award stage as of 12 June 2026. The awarded contract, valued at £228,000 gross, transitions to implementation starting on 10 July 2026, with completion slated for 9 July 2031. The project includes cutting-edge technology standards (Wi-Fi 7) and central management tools for enhanced network security and administration.

This tender offers businesses excellent growth opportunities, particularly those specialising in IT services and solutions. SMEs with capabilities in advanced wireless systems, network security, and infrastructure management will find this project particularly suited for their skills. The open procedure of this procurement process welcomes competitive proposals from businesses that can provide innovative solutions and demonstrate flexibility and quality in execution. This contract also benefits from the continuity over several years, offering stable engagement and potential for technological advancements in collaboration with the educational sector.

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Notice Title

The Sixth Form College Farnborough - Network Infrastructure Project - WiFi System

Notice Description

Part of Weydon Multi-Academy Trust, The Sixth Form College Farnborough is one of the top performing sixth form colleges in the country. With approximately 4,300 students and 400 staff, it boasts an impressive site and facilities. A significant network infrastructure project is underway and has reached the stage of design and installation of the new Wi-Fi system. The Wi-Fi system must use the latest approved standard, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be). The system must be configured to support network segregation and QoS. It must include a central management tool that can be used to configure the wireless access points, monitor performance and provide alerts in the event of a failure. The central management tool should also have the functionality to deliver software security updates automatically as soon as they are available. The system will be designed and installed in such a way to simplify ongoing support and control and it must be secure.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Please submit pricing for 3-years and 5-years options.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a1b4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055818-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2026 - 9 Jul 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEYDON MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
FARNHAM
Postcode
GU9 8UG
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Waverley
Electoral Ward
Farnham Rowledge
Westminster Constituency
Farnham and Bordon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELMDALE IT SERVICES

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