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title: "Cabling Tender (Fibre Installation)"
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# Cabling Tender (Fibre Installation)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d3e24dac-dfb1-4fc1-b33d-0332e88e077f

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## Summary

The University of Bedfordshire has recently completed a procurement process titled "Cabling Tender (Fibre Installation)" focused on the installation of fibre cabling using both existing external ducts and undocumented internal routes. The procurement was initiated on 18th March 2021, and the tender period concluded on 2nd April 2021. The contract is classified under the services category, specifically Network cabling (CPV code 32421000), with a contract period lasting from 4th May 2021 to 30th June 2021. The procurement method used was open procedure (below threshold), and the primary delivery address for the project is located at LU1 3JU, Luton, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network cabling and fibre installations, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that are able to navigate the needs of site assessments and installation challenges. Firms interested in this sector will benefit from reviewing the awarded contract, which valued £23,222 and was given to Birch Technical Services on 8th June 2021. Those looking to expand their business in similar projects should consider registering through the University’s procurement portal to remain engaged with future opportunities in similar tenders.

## Notice

Requirement for installation of fibre using existing external ducts and internal routes. Routes are undocumented so site visit is required. Additional information: Suppliers will need to register and express an interest through the University's procurement portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbedfordshire/aspx/Tenders/Current. All communication and tender returns will go through the procurement portal. No direct emails should be sent to the University.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e0068ff-f7b4-45bc-ad34-a4f4e5da2050 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 12 Jun 2021 - 31 Jul 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £23,222 |
| 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 BEDFORDSHIRE |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 3JU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BIRCH TECHNICAL SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32421000 - Network cabling

## Release History

- 14 Jun 2021 at 08:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e0068ff-f7b4-45bc-ad34-a4f4e5da2050
- 18 Mar 2021 at 16:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17286035-2bf7-4e69-a740-7892527f93f8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e0068ff-f7b4-45bc-ad34-a4f4e5da2050
  14th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17286035-2bf7-4e69-a740-7892527f93f8
  18th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbedfordshire/aspx/Tenders/Current
  Procurement website

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