--- title: "ITT267 International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c45e7166-c24c-4a32-b4a7-cf7c64f83a21" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c45e7166-c24c-4a32-b4a7-cf7c64f83a21" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c45e7166-c24c-4a32-b4a7-cf7c64f83a21.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c45e7166-c24c-4a32-b4a7-cf7c64f83a21.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING" published: "2019-02-15" --- # ITT267 International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c45e7166-c24c-4a32-b4a7-cf7c64f83a21 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c45e7166-c24c-4a32-b4a7-cf7c64f83a21) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c45e7166-c24c-4a32-b4a7-cf7c64f83a21.json) ## Summary The University of Northampton is seeking tenders for the "ITT267 International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, Installation, Commission and Support". This procurement, classified under the industry category of Networks, is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 18th February 2019. The contract is intended for a project at the new Waterside Campus in Northampton, with a contract period commencing on 22nd February 2019 and concluding on 22nd February 2020. The procurement is being conducted via an open procedure for goods, focusing on the supply and installation of network equipment and components. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in IT network solutions, particularly those with experience in Cisco systems and hardware installation. Companies that can provide comprehensive support services, including network management and troubleshooting, would be especially well-suited to compete. With the University aiming to enhance its IT infrastructure for collaborative teaching methods, organisations equipped to deliver high-quality network systems and robust customer support can position themselves favourably for this contract. ## Notice The University is seeking tenders for the provision of International Leather Centre IT Network Hardware Supply, installation commission and support. As part of the new Waterside Campus for the University of Northampton, a new training facility is being developed to provide for the International Leather Centre. (ILC) There will be a dedicated Technology Equipment Room located on the Ground Floor where all infrastructure CAT6a cabling will terminate and where a single 42U equipment rack will house the central network hardware. Connectivity to the ILC network will be via the existing University network infrastructure and central core network hub located within the Learning Hub Building on the Waterside Campus. The necessary fibre and copper interlink cabling will be provided by others and be presented in the equipment room The new University campus has installed and operates a Cisco Software defined network incorporating Cisco DNA Centre. Significant importance has been placed upon the Wi-Fi of all the campus buildings to support the collaborative teaching techniques that utilise sharing of student and staff mobile devices and interaction with a comprehensive AV solution. The network requirement will include: o Supply and installation of new network switches to provide compatibility with the Waterside / UoN Cisco Software Defined Network for improved network automation and management. o Supply and installation of new switches to support high-end Cisco Wireless Access Points (Wi-Fi) o Supply and installation of new Wireless Access Points to provide suitable coverage for the staff and student collaborative interaction. o Connection to the existing infrastructure network. o 12-month support of all hardware and installation. Please see tender documents for full specification Additional information: The information and documents for this tender will be accessible from https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnorthampton Click on Current Tenders link where you can view the project detail, express an interest and register your Organisation with our e-tendering system. Once the registration has been accepted and you have received your login details by e:mail you can login to view and download the PQQ in the My Tenders section of the website. If your company is already registered please do not register again Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5098a653-950f-4c77-b429-f4f118e9262c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Feb 2019 | | Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 22 Feb 2019 - 22 Feb 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 NORTHAMPTON E-TENDERING | | Locality | NORTHAMPTONSHIRE | | Post town | Northampton | | Postcode | NN1 5PH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire | | Local authority | West Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Delapre and Rushmere | | Westminster constituency | Northampton South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32400000 - Networks - 32420000 - Network equipment - 32422000 - Network components - 32427000 - Network system ## Release History - 15 Feb 2019 at 09:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5098a653-950f-4c77-b429-f4f118e9262c - 5 Feb 2019 at 11:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5098a653-950f-4c77-b429-f4f118e9262c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5098a653-950f-4c77-b429-f4f118e9262c 15th February 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnorthampton/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnorthampton ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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