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title: "IT Network Equipment for Lancaster University"
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# IT Network Equipment for Lancaster University

Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ecc291b7-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Lancaster University seeking to acquire IT network equipment for its new cTAP facility, located in Lancaster, North West England. This tender, entitled "IT Network Equipment for Lancaster University", is currently in the active tender stage and was published on 23rd October 2015. The procurement follows an open procedure, with a tender deadline that closed on 5th November 2015. The total value of this contract is set at £10,000, which is financed partly through the European Regional Development Fund Programme for 2007 to 2013.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the supply of network equipment, particularly those with experience working in educational or research environments. Companies that offer innovative IT solutions and can support the specific requirements of Lancaster University's cTAP facility would find this procurement particularly relevant. Although the tender is no longer open, understanding such processes may help businesses prepare for similar future opportunities in the public sector.

## Notice

Lancaster University wishes to purchase various IT network equipment. This equipment will be housed within the new cTAP (Core Technology Access Programme) facility which will provide small and medium enterprises with support for product and process innovation guidance throughout all stages of product design, scale-up and performance testing. The building is designed to provide laboratory and office accommodation for cTAP staff, partner companies and technologists and will integrate closely with the new Department of Chemistry. European Regional Development Fund Programme The work undertaken in this tender is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund Programme 2007 to 2013. This tender is subject to LU procurement regulations and is being conducted electronically using Lancaster University e-tendering system, which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description European Regional Development Fund Programme The work undertaken in this tender is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund Programme 2007 to 2013. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f6553cb-aea9-4691-b77b-ec40e8136c8e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Nov 2015 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Nov 2015 - 27 Nov 2015 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 4YW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32420000 - Network equipment

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f6553cb-aea9-4691-b77b-ec40e8136c8e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f6553cb-aea9-4691-b77b-ec40e8136c8e
  23rd October 2015 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/

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