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title: "20-17 Switching and Wireless for Midlands Cyber Security Centre (Hereford) Opportunity"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON"
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# 20-17 Switching and Wireless for Midlands Cyber Security Centre (Hereford) Opportunity

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2991c55-8aad-411f-bfeb-51abb47b4540

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## Summary

The University of Wolverhampton is currently conducting a tender for the "20-17 Switching and Wireless for Midlands Cyber Security Centre (Hereford) Opportunity." This procurement is focused on the acquisition of networking equipment, specifically Cisco switches and wireless access points, which will support a new Centre for Cyber Security in Hereford. The tender is at the active stage, with a submission deadline set for 9 March 2020. The total value of the contract is £70,000 and will be financed through the European Regional Development Fund. Delivery is expected to take place in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom, with the contract duration commencing on 1 May 2020 and concluding on 30 April 2023.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the technology and networking equipment sector, particularly those that specialise in Cisco products and services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete for this contract, given the open procurement method allowing for broader participation. Companies that can provide innovative networking solutions and reliable support services would be well-suited to pursue this opportunity, potentially leading to long-term partnerships with the University of Wolverhampton as they establish critical infrastructure for cyber security.

## Notice

The University of Wolverhampton (UoW) / Cyber Quarter Ltd is currently constructing a new Centre for Cyber Security in Hereford. The University requires a number of Cisco switches and wireless access points, with 3 year Digital Network Architecture (DNA) subscriptions and Cisco standard warranty (E-LLW). This is a one off Procurement exercise for the University with 3 year DNA subscriptions and Cisco standard warranty (E-LLW). This is an ERDF Funded Project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e14eadf4-0b11-454e-bf01-2e5143174615 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2020 - 30 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| 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 WOLVERHAMPTON |
| Locality | WOLVERHAMPTON |
| Post town | Wolverhampton |
| Postcode | WV1 1AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG39 Wolverhampton |
| Local authority | Wolverhampton |
| Electoral ward | St Peters |
| Westminster constituency | Wolverhampton West |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks
- 32420000 - Network equipment

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2020 at 15:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e14eadf4-0b11-454e-bf01-2e5143174615

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e14eadf4-0b11-454e-bf01-2e5143174615
  21st February 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://wlv.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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