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title: "UOW732 - Core Network Replacement - AWARD"
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# UOW732 - Core Network Replacement - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4e1b7732-c5ec-4d20-9282-dd79b39ecb95

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## Summary

The University of Worcester has concluded the procurement process for the replacement of its core and data centre network at the St Johns and City Centre sites. The focus of this contract, under the sector of "Networks" (CPV: 32400000), is pivotal to the University's operations, affecting both academic and administrative activities. This tender was awarded to Softcat Limited under a restricted procedure, with the contract valued at £837,000. Key dates include the start date of 5th December 2019 and the end date of 31st August 2025. The project covers a wide geographical scope, including the UK, Europe, and other international locations.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network systems, equipment, upgrades, and related services. Companies experienced in delivering comprehensive network solutions to educational institutions will find this contract highly aligned with their expertise. Although this specific tender is complete, businesses in this sector should consider similar future opportunities to partner with educational institutions like the University of Worcester to enhance their growth and diversification strategies.

## Notice

The University of Worcester wishes to replace its core/distribution and data centre network at its St Johns and City Centre sites. The core and data centre network is a key part of the University's data network that is relied upon for the delivery of learning, teaching and business operation of the University's staff and 12,500 full and part time students. Using the HE Networking - Supply and Services Framework Agreement (HENSS) we wish to form a contract for the supply of the Core Network and create a call off agreement for the supply of replacement switches for a three year period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a32db1-e858-4cf6-bc0b-4e429882ffcc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 5 Dec 2019 - 31 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £837,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR2 6AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | St Clement |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks
- 32420000 - Network equipment
- 32425000 - Network operating system
- 32427000 - Network system
- 32428000 - Network upgrade
- 48821000 - Network servers

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2025 at 15:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a32db1-e858-4cf6-bc0b-4e429882ffcc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a32db1-e858-4cf6-bc0b-4e429882ffcc
  23rd January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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