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title: "ITT267 International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support - AWARD"
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# ITT267 International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6219862b-c8e7-4a47-86f1-b80c059a7b49

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the provision of IT network hardware for the International Leather Centre at the University of Northampton. This tender, titled "ITT267 International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support," was awarded to XMA Limited on 11th March 2019, with the contract commencing on 22nd February 2019 and extending until 22nd February 2020. The procurement was classified under the category of "Networks" with specific emphasis on network equipment and components. The delivery address for this contract is located in Northampton, East Midlands, UK, with the tender period concluding on 21st February 2019.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology and network equipment sector, particularly those specialising in the installation and maintenance of networking hardware. Firms with expertise in Cisco systems or those able to provide comprehensive support services for network infrastructure would be particularly well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. Collaboration and innovative network solutions tailored for educational environments could also enhance their appeal to organisations like the University of Northampton.

## Notice

The University is seeking tenders for the provision of International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support. As part of the new Waterside Campus for the University of Northampton, a new training facility is being developed to provide for the International Leather Centre. (ILC) There will be a dedicated Technology Equipment Room located on the Ground Floor where all infrastructure CAT6a cabling will terminate and where a single 42U equipment rack will house the central network hardware. Connectivity to the ILC network will be via the existing University network infrastructure and central core network hub located within the Learning Hub Building on the Waterside Campus. The necessary fibre and copper interlink cabling will be provided by others and be presented in the equipment room The new University campus has installed and operates a Cisco Software defined network incorporating Cisco DNA Centre. Significant importance has been placed upon the Wi-Fi of all the campus buildings to support the collaborative teaching techniques that utilise sharing of student and staff mobile devices and interaction with a comprehensive AV solution. The network requirement will include: o Supply and installation of new network switches to provide compatibility with the Waterside / UoN Cisco Software Defined Network for improved network automation and management. o Supply and installation of new switches to support high-end Cisco Wireless Access Points (Wi-Fi) o Supply and installation of new Wireless Access Points to provide suitable coverage for the staff and student collaborative interaction. o Connection to the existing infrastructure network. o 12-month support of all hardware and installation. Please see tender documents for full specification

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f590e7a6-2b43-4912-b13a-860ca57c2528 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 22 Feb 2019 - 22 Feb 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTONSHIRE |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 5PH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Delapre and Rushmere |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks
- 32420000 - Network equipment
- 32422000 - Network components
- 32427000 - Network system

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2019 at 09:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f590e7a6-2b43-4912-b13a-860ca57c2528

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f590e7a6-2b43-4912-b13a-860ca57c2528
  3rd April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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