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title: "Network Transformation Project"
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# Network Transformation Project

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF KEELE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3cb37be7-3573-4254-ab29-943e6dc22e3f

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## Summary

The University of Keele is seeking suppliers for the "Network Transformation Project," which encompasses core networking equipment, VPN and firewall services, and network monitoring within the computer equipment and supplies industry. This procurement was initiated through a selective tendering process, and the current contract, valued at approximately £1.74 million, commenced on 8th December 2021 and will run until 7th December 2026. The delivery location is Keele, Staffordshire, with the tender period having concluded on 6th December 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in ICT solutions, particularly those that can provide hardware, software, and managed services related to enterprise-level networking. Companies involved in security products and consultancy services would also be well-positioned to compete, especially those experienced in delivering large-scale technology projects. With a strong emphasis on innovation, firms that align with the requirements and capabilities of the University of Keele could leverage this contract for substantial business growth.

## Notice

Network Transformation Project - Core network requirements: Wired core networking equipment within the data centre, data centre networking, VPN and firewalls services, security products and network monitoring.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc452f24-c6cd-4405-a152-046775327989 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 8 Dec 2021 - 7 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,744,473 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,744,473 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF KEELE |
| Locality | KEELE, STAFFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST5 5NH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
| Electoral ward | Keele |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2022 at 15:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc452f24-c6cd-4405-a152-046775327989

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc452f24-c6cd-4405-a152-046775327989
  4th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.keele.ac.uk

## Provenance

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