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title: "University of Sunderland - Network Operations & Transformation Service - AWARD"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND"
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# University of Sunderland - Network Operations & Transformation Service - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5816d804-334c-4b45-82da-b2332b641c7d

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland has completed the procurement process for the Network Operations & Transformation Service contract, which encompasses a fully managed network service. The tender was initiated as a selective procurement process under the Restricted procedure and was limited to suppliers on the Networking - HE, Supply & Services (HENSS Framework) - ITS2004NE, Lot 4. The tender period closed on 2nd October 2020, with the contract starting on 1st November 2020 and set to run until 31st October 2023. The contract is valued at £1,555,200 and is classified under computer support and consultancy services within the CPV classification, with relevant additional classifications including telecommunications network and network infrastructure.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in network management and consultancy services, particularly those already registered under the specified framework. Suppliers with expertise in network system implementation, local area networks, and comprehensive telecommunications support could particularly benefit from this tender. With the contract's defined period extending until late 2023, firms that can demonstrate relevant experience and capacity to deliver high-quality services will be well-positioned to compete in this space.

## Notice

The contract will cover a full managed network service for the University of Sunderland. This opportunity is only available to suppliers on the Networking - HE, Supply & Services (HENSS Framework) - ITS2004NE, Lot 4. Expressions of interest outside of the suppliers listed within this lot will be rejected, with no further correspondence entered into.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efd7d777-cc22-440c-bd98-f7b2cec82cc4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2020 - 31 Oct 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,555,200 |
| 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 SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks
- 32410000 - Local area network
- 32412100 - Telecommunications network
- 32424000 - Network infrastructure
- 32427000 - Network system
- 72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Nov 2020 at 17:03 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efd7d777-cc22-440c-bd98-f7b2cec82cc4
- 5 Nov 2020 at 17:03 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efd7d777-cc22-440c-bd98-f7b2cec82cc4
- 5 Nov 2020 at 17:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efd7d777-cc22-440c-bd98-f7b2cec82cc4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efd7d777-cc22-440c-bd98-f7b2cec82cc4
  5th November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/finance/sections/procurement/

## Provenance

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