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title: "Tender for Data Centre Network and Core Firewall Refresh Programme"
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buyer: "BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL"
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# Tender for Data Centre Network and Core Firewall Refresh Programme

Buyer: BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0ebe9424-0dd7-4bc4-a548-b4dc34a68724

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## Summary

The Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking a supplier for the "Tender for Data Centre Network and Core Firewall Refresh Programme." This project falls under the IT services industry and is specifically centred in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. The procurement process, classified as selective and conducted through competitive dialogue, is currently in the award stage, with the contract awarded on 17th October 2018. The contract has a duration running from 1st November 2018 to 31st October 2019, with a total value of £1,150,000, having a minimum value of £900,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT infrastructure, particularly those experienced in data centre solutions and network security. Companies that can provide modern Cisco hardware and are adept at managing non-disruptive migrations will be well-suited to meet the requirements of this contract. As the project focuses on refreshing technological capabilities, it may appeal to larger firms with proven track records in similar implementations, as well as those with innovative solutions tailored for scalable and secure data environments.

## Notice

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council (The Council) requires a supplier to provide a solution and implementation service to refresh its aging Cisco data centre routing, switching and core firewall hardware with a new fit for purpose and modern Cisco data centre infrastructure that is built upon security and scalability for both immediate and future demand in line with corporate requirements.2 / 3 The Council requires a non-disruptive migration from its existing solution to the new solution and therefore expects some dual running of the current and new infrastructures in tandem whilst the migration is undertaken

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a15db21-fe3b-4c45-86b7-a2e96323aec3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialog |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2018 - 31 Oct 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,150,000 |
| 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 | BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 1HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 17 Oct 2018 at 12:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a15db21-fe3b-4c45-86b7-a2e96323aec3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a15db21-fe3b-4c45-86b7-a2e96323aec3
  17th October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=ed1d374f-e1f9-e711-80ea-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bradford.gov.uk/bmdc

## Provenance

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