--- title: "Luminate Education / Leeds City College - Firewall Provision" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-72d1dbee-cc3d-44e0-a44e-431d8a2def58" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-72d1dbee-cc3d-44e0-a44e-431d8a2def58" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-72d1dbee-cc3d-44e0-a44e-431d8a2def58.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-72d1dbee-cc3d-44e0-a44e-431d8a2def58.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES" published: "2019-04-16" --- # Luminate Education / Leeds City College - Firewall Provision Buyer: FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-72d1dbee-cc3d-44e0-a44e-431d8a2def58 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-72d1dbee-cc3d-44e0-a44e-431d8a2def58) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-72d1dbee-cc3d-44e0-a44e-431d8a2def58.json) ## Summary The public procurement process initiated by Leeds City College is focused on acquiring a 'WatchGuard' Firewall solution for their Quarry Hill Campus. The procurement is classified under the services category, specifically related to security software package. The contract is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submission set for 12 noon on 7 December 2018. This open procedure is accessible to all registered suppliers via the In-Tend procurement portal. The contract period is expected to run from 14 December 2018 to 10 January 2019, providing adequate time for delivery and commissioning of the solution. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in IT security solutions, particularly those that can provide robust firewall services and infrastructure. Companies with experience in deploying resilient network solutions and support services are well-positioned to compete effectively. Since tenders are evaluated based on total price and the level of support offered, suppliers who can showcase strong partnerships with manufacturers and a proven track record will enhance their attractiveness to the College. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to engage with this tender, given the College's open procurement approach. ## Notice Leeds City College ('the College') is seeking to purchase a 'WatchGuard' Firewall solution (or equivalent). Please note - Both warranty and support have to be included within the purchase price and run for a period of not less than three years. Any warranty must also be deferred from the date of purchase to the actual 'go-live' date of August 2019, then run concurrently for the minimum period of three years. Also, any proposed professional services must be included within the price. Additional information: The procurement process will make use of the In-Tend procurement portal which is available to any registered company. Tenders are invited from any suitably qualified supplier who is capable of meeting the College's needs and the contract will be awarded in accordance with the terms and conditions of the agreement. The In-Tend portal can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/fe/aspx/Tenders/Current Delivery Notes Tenders should preferably be returned electronically using the In-Tend procurement portal. There is no requirement to duplicate electronic submissions with a hard copy. Tenders must be received no later than 12 noon on Friday 7th December 2018. Tenders received after this date/time will not be considered. You are advised to complete your submission no later than 11:45am in case there are any delays in the operation of the system(s). A completed form of Tender (Appendix A), Certificate against Canvassing (Appendix B) and the Costings Table (Appendix D) MUST be completed and submitted Tender prices shall be in sterling and should be quoted exclusive of VAT and inclusive of any delivery charges. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No The process will be managed through Leeds City College's e-Tendering portal, in-tend, which provides a secure delivery mechanism and an auditable record of the process. There is no cost associated with using the portal and merely requires a short registration process. Any issues, queries or problems with the e-Tendering portal needs to be addressed to Further Education Colleges by telephone on 0845 557 8079 or by email at support@in-tend.co.uk. Any question in respect of the tender documentation should be sent via the portal using the messaging facility within the system. This ensures that a complete audit trail of the process is generated. Questions raised which result in additional information being provided will be shared with all organisations together with Leeds City College's response, but will not breach any areas of commercially sensitive information. Leeds City College accepts no liability for any costs incurred by any organisations in respect or preparing or submitting any Expression of Interest documentation or any further elements of the wider procurement process. Delivery Notes Tenders should preferably be returned electronically using the In-Tend procurement portal. If you submit your tender in hard copy, your envelope must NOT display your name or address. If a courier is delivering the tender for you, please make sure that they do not label or mark the envelope with anything which will identify you. Please make sure that any additional packaging is clearly identified as containing a tender. If you do use a courier, please ensure that they know the exact location of the College site to which the tender should be delivered. Leeds City College cannot be held responsible for the late arrival of tenders due to misunderstanding or unavoidable delay. There is no requirement to duplicate electronic submissions with a hard copy. Tender prices shall be in sterling and should be quoted exclusive of VAT and inclusive of any delivery charges. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No The process will be managed through Leeds City College's e-Tendering portal, in-tend, which provides a secure delivery mechanism and an auditable record of the process. There is no cost associated with using the portal and merely requires a short registration process. Any issues, queries or problems with the e-Tendering portal needs to be addressed to Further Education Colleges by telephone on 0845 557 8079 or by email at support@in-tend.co.uk. Any question in respect of the tender documentation should be sent via the portal using the messaging facility within the system. This ensures that a complete audit trail of the process is generated. Questions raised which result in additional information being provided will be shared with all organisations together with Leeds City College's response, but will not breach any areas of commercially sensitive information. Leeds City College accepts no liability for any costs incurred by any organisations in respect or preparing or submitting any Expression of Interest documentation or any further elements of the wider procurement process. Delivery Notes Tenders should preferably be returned electronically using the In-Tend procurement portal. If you submit your tender in hard copy, your envelope must NOT display your name or address. If a courier is delivering the tender for you, please make sure that they do not label or mark the envelope with anything which will identify you. Please make sure that any additional packaging is clearly identified as containing a tender. If you do use a courier, please ensure that they know the exact location of the College site to which the tender should be delivered. Leeds City College cannot be held responsible for the late arrival of tenders due to misunderstanding or unavoidable delay. There is no requirement to duplicate electronic submissions with a hard copy. Tender prices shall be in sterling and should be quoted exclusive of VAT and inclusive of any delivery charges. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cf7713c-d4da-4f0b-85df-c34f59902338 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Apr 2019 | | Submission deadline | 30 Apr 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 May 2019 - 31 Jul 2019 | | 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 | FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES | | Locality | LEEDS | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS3 1AA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse | | Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48730000 - Security software package - 48731000 - File security software package - 48732000 - Data security software package ## Release History - 16 Apr 2019 at 10:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cf7713c-d4da-4f0b-85df-c34f59902338 - 23 Nov 2018 at 13:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cf7713c-d4da-4f0b-85df-c34f59902338 - 23 Nov 2018 at 12:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cf7713c-d4da-4f0b-85df-c34f59902338 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cf7713c-d4da-4f0b-85df-c34f59902338 16th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/fe/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.leedscitycollege.ac.uk - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/fe/aspx/Tenders/Current ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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