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title: "GB-Middlesbrough: Managed Network Services for Fusion Hive"
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# GB-Middlesbrough: Managed Network Services for Fusion Hive

Buyer: TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-65b3c2e7-865d-4e83-b56a-11aa05036bb7

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## Summary

Teesside University based in Middlesbrough is seeking a supplier for "Managed Network Services for Fusion Hive" through an open tender process. This contract, valued at £100,000 with a minimum value of £50,000, aims to establish a fully managed service for the network infrastructure and Internet connection of a Business Innovation Centre. The tender period concludes on 17th March 2022, while the contract period is set to start on 18th June 2022 and run until 18th February 2029. The procurement falls under the IT services industry category and addresses the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their service offerings in the IT infrastructure domain. Businesses with expertise in internet services, network infrastructure, and related consultancy services would be well-suited to participate in this competitive bidding process. The emphasis on a fully managed service indicates a demand for reliable and comprehensive solutions, providing avenues for growth in partnership with a reputable academic institution.

## Notice

The requirement is for a supplier to provide a fully managed service for the network infrastructure and Internet connection for a 3 storey Business Innovation Centre - Fusion Hive, the requirement includes the provision, installation and support of all network equipment. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73746873-12f3-42f5-bffc-04c28fa2ea40 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Jun 2022 - 18 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | MIDDLESBROUGH |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS1 3BA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Middlesbrough |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Middlesbrough and Thornaby East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32412110 - Internet network
- 32424000 - Network infrastructure
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72400000 - Internet services

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2022 at 15:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73746873-12f3-42f5-bffc-04c28fa2ea40

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73746873-12f3-42f5-bffc-04c28fa2ea40
  24th February 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Middlesbrough:-Managed-Network-Services-for-Fusion-Hive/4P495Q3RKS
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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