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title: "Replacement IT Network Infrastructure - Internal Campus Enabling Works"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
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# Replacement IT Network Infrastructure - Internal Campus Enabling Works

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-be5ef23d-a332-4814-b9d3-4bda5314aa25

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## Summary

The University of Sussex has completed the tender process titled "Replacement IT Network Infrastructure - Internal Campus Enabling Works" within the construction industry. This project involves significant upgrades to the University's IT Network Infrastructure, aimed at enhancing the performance of the campus data network at the Falmer Campus in Brighton, postal code BN1 9RH. The procurement was managed through a competitive procedure with negotiation. The contract, valued at £7,478,025 GBP, commenced on 8th October 2024 and is set to conclude by 5th August 2025. The tender process included key activities such as the design and delivery of independent power supplies and cooling systems for various ITS network equipment rooms, fibre data cabling installations, and associated building fabric changes.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for large enterprises with expertise in IT infrastructure and construction works. Companies specialising in modern and secure network solutions, data cabling, and facility enhancements would be well-suited to undertake such a project. The awarded supplier, Capita Business Services Ltd, reflects the scale and capability required for projects of this magnitude. Given the scope and visibility of the project, participation in similar tenders can help firms enhance their market positioning and showcase their capabilities in delivering high-impact infrastructure projects.

## Notice

This notice of tender is for the delivery of the internal enabling works for the replacement of the University's IT Network Infrastructure. This is a highly visible flagship programme for the provision of a modern, secure, high speed wired and wireless campus data network for the entire UoS Falmer Campus. The upgrade of the network infrastructure is instrumental to the University of Sussex achieving its strategic objectives, and central to the delivery of strategic developments in the ITS and Estates roadmap. The project driver being in direct response to negative feedback from the National Student Survey. This works package will therefore deliver the following scope of works: * Design and delivery of independent power supplies for each ITS network equipment room (195 No.) * Design and delivery of cooling systems for critical ITS network equipment room (81 No.) * Fibre data cabling install, internal and external cable runs (Whole Campus) * Fabric building changes for associated fibre and power cabling install (Whole Campus)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a7d1df9-8102-41a5-9e7b-40e34e238e25 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2024 - 5 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,478,025 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,478,025 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAPITA BUSINESS SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 14 Oct 2024 at 13:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a7d1df9-8102-41a5-9e7b-40e34e238e25

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a7d1df9-8102-41a5-9e7b-40e34e238e25
  14th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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