--- title: "South Durham University Technical College - Provision of Managed IT Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6de2a70e-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6de2a70e-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6de2a70e-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6de2a70e-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND" published: "2016-11-18" --- # South Durham University Technical College - Provision of Managed IT Service Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6de2a70e-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6de2a70e-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6de2a70e-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json) ## Summary The University of Sunderland is seeking suppliers for the tender titled "South Durham University Technical College - Provision of Managed IT Service," which is currently in the active stage. This procurement process focuses on delivering IT solutions for the newly established UTC South Durham, expected to open on 5th September 2016, located at Aycliffe Business Park, County Durham. Key dates include a tender submission deadline of 11th April 2016, with the contract period starting from 7th June 2016 and extending until 6th September 2018. This opportunity falls within the information technology services industry category. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in managed IT services, particularly those capable of providing unified network solutions, IT security, and support tailored to educational environments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this project aims to bridge the skills gap in the UK sector by integrating technology into educational frameworks. Firms interested in tapping into educational contracts and developing tailored IT solutions would be particularly well-suited for this tender. ## Notice The University of Sunderland is one of three founding members (which are University of Sunderland, Gestamp and Hitachi) of The Durham UTC Limited trading as UTC South Durham. UTC South Durham, the University of Sunderland and its subsidiaries invites suppliers to express an interest in the following tender opportunity:- UTC South Durham is seeking to appoint a supplier to deliver and support a suitable IT solution that is relevant to the footprint of the building and applicable for the estimated building users (staff, student and visitors) whilst enabling technology to play a key role in the teaching and learning provision that is available. This requirement will focus on the four core areas of Unified Network Solution, incorporating voice and data, infrastructure, IT Security and Managed IT Support. UTC South Durham (University Technical College) is expected to open on 5th September 2016, at Aycliffe Business Park, County Durham. UTCs are state-funded technical schools for 14 -19 year-olds designed to focus on aspects of business and industry through a partnership of employers and Universities, helping to bridge the skills gap faced by UK businesses. Additional information: Via Intend. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EFA Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/ ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9328176-738a-4104-8198-fb9a31fc91ca | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 | | Submission deadline | 11 Apr 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Jun 2016 - 6 Sep 2018 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72222300 - Information technology services ## Release History - 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9328176-738a-4104-8198-fb9a31fc91ca ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9328176-738a-4104-8198-fb9a31fc91ca 11th March 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/finance/sections/procurement/ - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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