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title: "Network Infrastructure Strategic Partner"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0328df"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY"
published: "2022-04-01"
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# Network Infrastructure Strategic Partner

Buyer: HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0328df

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## Summary

The current procurement process initiated by Heriot-Watt University is titled "Network Infrastructure Strategic Partner" and falls under the industry category of network infrastructure goods. The university is based in Riccarton, Edinburgh, UK, and is seeking a partner to refresh or replace its network infrastructure across its UK and Malaysia campuses. The procurement is at the Tender stage, with key dates including a revised deadline for submitting pre-qualification documentation on 14 April 2022, and invitations to tender expected to be dispatched by 4 May 2022. The project aims to support innovative digital environments and long-term strategic objectives.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network infrastructure solutions, particularly those offering modern, flexible, and secure technologies. Companies that can provide innovative digital networks suitable for educational settings would be well-suited to compete, especially those with experience in software-defined networking and supporting digital teaching spaces. This initiative not only enhances Heriot-Watt University's infrastructure but also aligns with the growing demand for robust digital frameworks in educational institutions.

## Notice

Heriot-Watt University Network Infrastructure at both the UK and Malaysia campuses is approaching end of life and requires refresh or replacement. This project provides an opportunity to develop a new global network strategy for all campuses underpinned by modern, flexible and secure network technologies that will enable the delivery of long-term strategic objectives. Current and future networking requirements on the UK and Malaysia campuses shall be reviewed under this project in order to enhance global networks to support an innovative, digitally enabled campus which includes embedding a next-generation, software defined network to support state-of-the-art digital teaching spaces as well as enabling research requirements and aspirations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008772-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | RICCARTON, EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH14 4AP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Pentland Hills |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32424000 - Network infrastructure

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2022 at 08:52 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008772-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://hw.ac.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00307

## Provenance

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