--- title: "Jodrell Bank IT Network/LAN upgrade" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a1ba94df-2e5e-4ba2-80b6-a139fc3adef1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a1ba94df-2e5e-4ba2-80b6-a139fc3adef1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a1ba94df-2e5e-4ba2-80b6-a139fc3adef1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a1ba94df-2e5e-4ba2-80b6-a139fc3adef1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2023-07-26" --- # Jodrell Bank IT Network/LAN upgrade Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a1ba94df-2e5e-4ba2-80b6-a139fc3adef1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a1ba94df-2e5e-4ba2-80b6-a139fc3adef1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a1ba94df-2e5e-4ba2-80b6-a139fc3adef1.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester has initiated a tender for the Jodrell Bank IT Network/LAN upgrade within the Network upgrade industry category. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 11th August 2023 and a contract period starting on 11th September 2023 and ending on 31st May 2024. The project value is £550,000 GBP, and the procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold). The upgrade aims to modernize and stabilize the network infrastructure, with completion targeted for Spring 2024. The location of the project is at Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics, Manchester, with the main contact point being Mansoor Salim from the University of Manchester. This tender provides an opportunity for businesses involved in works projects, particularly those well-versed in network upgrades, to compete for the contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are suitable for this procurement opportunity. The project's timeline and scope offer a chance for companies to showcase their expertise in network modernisation and infrastructure improvement. Businesses interested in participating should take note of the site's UNESCO World Heritage status and the sensitive nature of the radio telescopes, ensuring compliance with heritage and security requirements throughout the project. ## Notice The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Tenders/Current The Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics is the astronomical research centre of The University of Manchester and operates e-MERLIN, the UK's national radio astronomy facility. Jodrell Bank was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2019, and the consultant needs to be aware of the heritage status of the site. Jodrell Bank is a world leader in radio astronomy-related research and technology development but also carries out research across the electromagnetic spectrum and in theoretical topics. A LAN Switch Refresh project has been progressed for the main buildings however the circa 60 3rd party unmanaged switches that are connected to single data ports within the buildings will not be replaced. There is a mixture of 5, 8, 12, 16, 24 & 32 port switches on and under desks, in cupboards, equipment racks etc. This situation is a concern from a security, management, network connectivity and process perspective. Moving to a Wi-Fi only option is not possible due to the sensitive nature of the radio telescopes. However, there may be a requirement for occasional Wi-Fi hotspots for guests and events. A range of options have been considered for Network Modernisation, and a preferred option identified. This involves removing all the 3rd party unmanaged switches and running additional data cables to the location of the existing comms cabinets. This will bring Jodrell Bank in line with the rest of the University's modernized network, removing old equipment, improving network stability, an enabling monitoring of all areas of the network. The upgrade is of high importance, with the works aimed to be completed by Spring 24. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16d4598c-247f-401c-86be-11542830e34b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | 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 | 26 Jul 2023 | | Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Sep 2023 - 31 May 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £550,000 | | 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 ### Codes - 32428000 - Network upgrade ## Release History - 26 Jul 2023 at 08:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16d4598c-247f-401c-86be-11542830e34b - 26 Jul 2023 at 08:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16d4598c-247f-401c-86be-11542830e34b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16d4598c-247f-401c-86be-11542830e34b 26th July 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Tenders/Current ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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