Tender

PROVISION OF NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE

HANOVER (SCOTLAND) HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD

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Tender

06 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Hanover (Scotland) Housing Association Ltd, located in Edinburgh, has initiated an active tender for the replacement of outdated Cisco Meraki firewalls and wireless access points, aiming to implement modern, secure, and vendor-supported network infrastructure. This open procurement process, specifically under the category of housing and community amenities, targets the enhancement of secure and high-performing network connectivity across Hanover's development sites. The tender, identified as "PROVISION OF NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE," is open for electronic submission until 6th March 2026, with the award process beginning immediately after. The delivery is expected in Edinburgh City, falling under the goods procurement category, with key contract roles being managed by Hanover as the central purchasing body.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in network technology, particularly those experienced in delivering robust firewall and wireless solutions. Ideal candidates would include vendors with a track record in public sector projects, capable of adhering to governance, cybersecurity, and value-for-money principles. Businesses capable of providing phased delivery, comprehensive warranties, and buyback of the existing Meraki infrastructure will find this tender advantageous. Furthermore, firms that can offer electronic transactions and adapt to variant-free submissions, in line with local procurement regulations, will be well-suited to meet Hanover's requirements. This contract not only promises technical advancement but also emphasises community benefits, aligning with public sector procurement policies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PROVISION OF NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE

Notice Description

The purpose of this procurement is to replace existing end of support Cisco Meraki firewalls and wireless access points with modern, secure, and fully vendor supported solutions. The successful tenderer will support Hanover in the provision of secure, resilient, and high performing network connectivity across its development sites, in line with public sector governance, cybersecurity, and value for money principles.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Existing Infrastructure Challenges Objectives of the Network Refresh. The scope of this procurement includes the supply of network infrastructure equipment and associated warranties. The successful tenderer shall be responsible for: Supply of new firewall and wireless access point hardware in accordance with this specification Provision of manufacturer warranties for the full contract term Secure packaging, transportation, and delivery of all equipment to Hanover's Edinburgh office Support for phased delivery in multiple batches, if required Guidance on any licencing implications Buyback of current Meraki infrastructure which will be required as part of this project (If applicable).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823042
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549055
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HANOVER (SCOTLAND) HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD
Contact Name
Chinedu Ezek
Contact Email
cezechukwu@hanover.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1315577453

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH7 4NS
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith Walk
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549055
    PROVISION OF NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE - The purpose of this procurement is to replace existing end of support Cisco Meraki firewalls and wireless access points with modern, secure, and fully vendor supported solutions. The successful tenderer will support Hanover in the provision of secure, resilient, and high performing network connectivity across its development sites, in line with public sector governance, cybersecurity, and value for money principles.

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