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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by GLF Schools involves a project titled "Wifi Infrastructure Upgrade," aimed at enhancing the wireless network across their trust. The tender, currently active and labelled under an "open" procurement method with a competitive flexible procedure, falls under the goods category, specifically within the wireless telecommunications industry. The project is set in various regions in the United Kingdom, including UKI62 and UKJ11, among others. The process is currently in the tender stage, with the tender period scheduled to end on 28th July 2026, and the enquiry period closing on 13th July 2026. This procurement is structured to evaluate submitted tenders based on mandatory requirements, technical quality, and price, with a shortlist of up to four top bidders proceeding to a presentation stage. The estimated contract value is £3,000,000 (gross amount £3,600,000), with a contract period starting from 1st October 2026 and ending on 31st October 2033.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for specialists in WiFi infrastructure and related hardware suppliers. Businesses skilled in wireless telecommunications systems and capable of managing comprehensive supply, installation, and configuration projects will find this an ideal opportunity. Given the open procurement method and emphasis on competitive selection, SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) are deemed suitable to participate, enhancing their chances for business expansion and diversification. Furthermore, firms that can demonstrate high quality, competitive pricing, and social value are encouraged to submit proposals, with specific focus on compliance with the mandatory requirements of the Invitation to Tender (ITT) to progress in the procurement evaluation stages.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Wifi Infrastructure Upgrade

Notice Description

The Trust is seeking experienced WiFi infrastructure providers to upgrade its wireless network across the Trust. The project will include supply and installation of hardware, associated cabling works and configuration.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06be2d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062819-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2033 Over 5 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
GLF SCHOOLS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BANSTEAD
Postcode
SM7 1AG
Postcode Area
Sutton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ26 East Surrey
Delivery Location
TLI62 Croydon, TLJ11 Berkshire, TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC, TLJ25 West Surrey, TLJ26 East Surrey, TLJ28 West Sussex (North East), TLJ37 North Hampshire

Local Authority
Reigate and Banstead
Electoral Ward
Nork
Westminster Constituency
Reigate

Further Information

Notice Documents

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