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30 Jun 2026 at 08:22

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leicester is the buying organisation for a contract titled "Residential Managed Internet," aimed at providing managed internet and Wi-Fi services for student accommodation. This contract is classified under the services industry category, specifically internet services. Located in Leicester, United Kingdom, the procurement stage has reached completion, with ASK4 Limited identified as the supplier. The contract covers the period from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028 and falls under the direct procurement method, made through a direct award to ensure continuity of service. This decision aids the buying organisation in addressing technical and resource constraints, leading to a continuation until a new framework is established by 2028.

This tender represents a significant opportunity, specifically for businesses specialising in internet and Wi-Fi service solutions, which can further benefit their growth by establishing partnerships with educational institutions. SMEs, like ASK4 Limited, which are adept at handling technical and logistical challenges in service delivery, are well-suited to compete for such contracts. Engaging with academic institutions can bolster a business's reputation and open avenues for similar collaborations in the education sector, ensuring steady growth and market presence within the UK.

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Notice Title

Residential Managed Internet

Notice Description

This contract is for managed internet and Wi-Fi services for student accommodation. This contract is from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028.

Procurement Information

An extension is required to ensure continuity of service beyond the current contract expiry in August 2026 to allow sufficient time to design and undertake a compliant procurement for future provision for a new contract starting Sept 2028. An immediate re-tender is not viable due to the absence of suitable framework options, resource constraints, technical dependencies, and the requirement for a new provider to deliver a full equipment refresh across the residential estate (including in-room devices connected to fixed infrastructure).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bfa3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061022-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72400000 - Internet services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£402,170 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 7RH
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASK4

Further Information

Notice Documents

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