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title: "689 - Access Control"
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# 689 - Access Control

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-05fb0ea6-20c2-4cff-a682-1076305df738

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## Summary

Aston University has embarked on a project to modernise its Access Control system by integrating it with its student records system, Salto electronic locks, existing Avigilon CCTV system, and other edge systems. Categorised under the CPV code 42961100 for Access control systems, the contract, which has an estimated value of GBP 1,200,000, operates under an open procurement method. The procurement was initially published on 8th December 2023, with the tender ending on 22nd January 2024. The contract period spans from 8th March 2024 to 7th March 2026, with delivery locations covering multiple regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and beyond.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in a significant project aimed at improving university infrastructure. The project's extensive scope, requiring system integration capabilities and familiarity with advanced security technologies, makes it particularly well-suited for technology firms specialising in security systems, IT integration, and related services. Engaging in this tender can provide a strong growth platform by showcasing expertise in high-value public sector contracts.

## Notice

The aim of this project is to replace the University's current Access Control system (Legacy Grosvenor Janus Enterprise system) with a modern Access Control system that will be able to integrate with its student records system, Salto electronic locks, existing Avigilon CCTV system, and other edge systems.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ae6e427-95c9-4f81-bf12-e4443397f094 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2024 - 15 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £345,041 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £345,041 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B5 4UA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CUSTOM TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42961100 - Access control system

## Release History

- 15 Oct 2024 at 14:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ae6e427-95c9-4f81-bf12-e4443397f094
- 12 Jan 2024 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57e878dd-d43e-4993-ac6a-79aa75ff6801
- 8 Dec 2023 at 11:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7feccc5a-8705-4c85-8d7e-18e93c9f7f19

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ae6e427-95c9-4f81-bf12-e4443397f094
  15th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57e878dd-d43e-4993-ac6a-79aa75ff6801
  12th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7feccc5a-8705-4c85-8d7e-18e93c9f7f19
  8th December 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=2f4ae122-b295-ee11-8125-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

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