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title: "GB-Middlesbrough: Digital Life Network Infrastructure"
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buyer: "TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY"
published: "2024-08-21"
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# GB-Middlesbrough: Digital Life Network Infrastructure

Buyer: TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-73bbc05d-bf09-4d39-87db-75278191253b

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## Summary

Teesside University is seeking a supplier to provide network infrastructure for the Digital Life Building, as part of their Cisco-based network from Core to edge. This procurement falls under the "Network infrastructure" category and is located in North East, United Kingdom. The tender, valued between £100,000 and £500,000, follows an open procedure and is currently active. Key dates include the tender period ending on 12th September 2024, and the contract period spanning from 1st December 2024 to 1st December 2025. The procurement process is specifically designed to engage suppliers who can meet the University's network equipment requirements efficiently and reliably.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in network infrastructure solutions, particularly those experienced with Cisco equipment. Although the suitability criteria indicate a preference for voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE), it does not specifically encourage small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Companies capable of delivering high-quality network infrastructure within the specified time frame and budget will find this tender particularly advantageous for expanding their portfolio and establishing a relationship with a reputable academic institution.

## Notice

The University's network is Cisco from Core to edge. The University is looking for a supplier to provide the network infrastructure for the Digital Life Building This tender is for network equipment only.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa96dd51-23bd-446c-8515-b30a59d0af4d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2024 - 1 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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

### Codes

- 32424000 - Network infrastructure

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2024 at 09:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa96dd51-23bd-446c-8515-b30a59d0af4d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa96dd51-23bd-446c-8515-b30a59d0af4d
  21st August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Middlesbrough:-Digital-Life-Network-Infrastructure/545TH2JH39
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Provenance

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