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03 Aug 2026 at 16:34

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University has completed the procurement process of a contract under the YPO Telecommunications Framework (Lot 2) for the supply, implementation, and support of replacement border routers, along with associated software, hardware, professional services, training, and maintenance. The procurement falls under the industry category of network equipment and is specifically aimed at maintaining a resilient, secure, and fully supported network perimeter for the University. Located in Sheffield, the project will be delivered in the region UKE32. The procurement method was limited, involving an award procedure without prior publication due to the nature of the framework used. The contract was officially signed on 22 June 2026, with a total value of £202,566.84.

This award presents opportunities for businesses, particularly those specializing in network infrastructure and telecommunications support. The contract was awarded to Logicalis UK Limited, a large-scale supplier, highlighting the potential involvement of businesses capable of fulfilling complex and comprehensive network solutions. Smaller businesses in the network equipment domain might explore collaboration opportunities with larger firms to gain insights and experience from such high-value contracts. The contract specifies prolonged engagement over a five-year period, promising sustained business growth and stability for enterprises involved in the provision of network enhancement solutions.

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Notice Title

Border Routers including software, support and licences

Notice Description

Sheffield Hallam University has awarded a contract, following a further competition under the YPO Telecommunications Framework (Lot 2), for the supply, implementation and support of replacement border routers and associated infrastructure, including hardware, software licences, professional services, training, and five years of maintenance and support services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The contract has been awarded for the supply, implementation and ongoing support of replacement border routing infrastructure and associated software licences, maintenance and professional services. Some of the University's existing border routing infrastructure requires replacement to ensure the University maintains a resilient, secure and fully supported network perimeter solution. The contract includes replacement border routers, associated hardware and software, implementation services, training, and five years of maintenance and support.

Procurement Information

The contract was awarded through a compliant further competition under Lot 2 of the YPO Network Connectivity and Telecommunications Framework. The framework was established in accordance with the applicable public procurement regulations and provides for the award of contracts following a further competition between framework suppliers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da72
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073401-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32420000 - Network equipment

32422000 - Network components

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£202,566 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE32 Sheffield

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOGICALIS

Further Information

Notice URLs

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