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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting authority, GLF Schools, is currently conducting a tender for a "Wifi Infrastructure Upgrade" across its trust. This project, which falls under the industry category of wireless telecommunications systems, involves the supply and installation of hardware, cabling works, and configuration. The school, located in Banstead, United Kingdom, is advancing this procurement through an open, competitive flexible procedure. Critical deadlines include an enquiry period ending on 13th July 2026 and a submission deadline on 28th July 2026. The expected contract commencement is on 1st October 2026, spanning seven years till 2033.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in wireless infrastructure and telecommunications. It offers a potential contract with a gross value of £3.6 million and prioritises quality, price, and social value in its award criteria. The tender is notably suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, providing these entities with a platform to compete by meeting strict mandatory requirements. The competitive landscape, with up to four contenders shortlisted for presentations, allows experienced providers in the field to showcase their innovative solutions and expand their market presence.

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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/062028-2026
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
2 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BANSTEAD
Postcode
SM7 1AG
Post Town
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

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