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title: "Data & Telecommunication Cabling Framework"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER"
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# Data & Telecommunication Cabling Framework

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9afc88e9-6aa3-4cf4-bf35-498ee6229dd6

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## Summary

The University of Manchester has initiated an open procurement process for a "Data & Telecommunication Cabling Framework" to establish a system involving three contractors for the installation, repair, and maintenance of its telephone, data, and fibre optic cabling systems. This active tender, classified under the telecommunications network category, is at the tender stage. The procurement process follows an open procedure below threshold, with a total contract value of £3,000,000. The tender closes on 13th May 2026, at 12:00 PM, while the contract period is slated to begin on 4th July 2026 and end on 3rd July 2031. Located in Manchester, the postal code for delivery is M13 9PL, and the procurement aims at engaging the services industry, specifically benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in telecommunications and network cabling services to grow by collaborating with a reputable institution such as the University of Manchester. Ideal contenders would be companies experienced in network installation and maintenance, possessing the capability to handle large-scale telecommunications projects. SMEs stand to benefit particularly well given the project’s suitability criteria, enabling them to enhance their portfolios and gain substantial experience in working within an educational environment. Interested businesses should ensure they meet the qualifications and register their proposals before the tender closure date.

## Notice

The University would like to establish a framework consisting of three contractors to provide the installation, repair and maintenance of the University's telephone, data and fibre optic cabling systems Please access more details and documents at the University's procurement portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Home

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54481112-c1cf-4f0d-8d83-38d27410f8a3 |
| 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 | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Jul 2026 - 3 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 32412100 - Telecommunications network
- 32421000 - Network cabling
- 50312300 - Maintenance and repair of data network equipment
- 50312310 - Maintenance of data network equipment
- 50312320 - Repair of data network equipment

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2026 at 15:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54481112-c1cf-4f0d-8d83-38d27410f8a3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54481112-c1cf-4f0d-8d83-38d27410f8a3
  8th April 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Home

## Provenance

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