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title: "GB-Oxford: UKRI-1347 Bandwidth upgrade"
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# GB-Oxford: UKRI-1347 Bandwidth upgrade

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c3169294-4448-4eeb-b868-4c6b65c6fa84

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by UK Research & Innovation and focuses on a project titled "GB-Oxford: UKRI-1347 Bandwidth upgrade." This project, classified under the IT services industry category, involves upgrading the bandwidth to 200Gbps for the RAL connections. The procurement method used is specified as a tender, with the contract value amounting to £155,363.84. The tender period ended on 8th February 2021, while the contract was active from 9th February 2021 and is set to conclude on 28th August 2021. The delivery address is located in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those involved in consulting, software development, and support services. Companies equipped to handle large-scale bandwidth upgrades would be particularly well-positioned to compete effectively. Additionally, as the buying organisation, UK Research & Innovation typically seeks reliable suppliers capable of delivering high-quality services, making this a suitable opportunity for both established firms and innovative tech companies aiming to expand their portfolios within the public procurement space.

## Notice

Bandwidth upgrade to 200Gbps for the RAL connections

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/611c93ae-5cd0-47c4-89fd-adc71e62e00b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2021 - 28 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £155,363 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £155,363 |
| 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 | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0QX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Blewbury & Harwell |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JISC SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2021 at 10:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/611c93ae-5cd0-47c4-89fd-adc71e62e00b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/611c93ae-5cd0-47c4-89fd-adc71e62e00b
  9th February 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=568551280
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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