--- title: "Network Solution Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-042ba8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-042ba8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-042ba8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-042ba8.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "JSL" published: "2024-06-14" --- # Network Solution Framework Buyer: JSL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-042ba8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-042ba8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-042ba8.json) ## Summary The buying organisation JSL is seeking to establish a Network Solution Framework for the supply and support of a wide range of network equipment. This includes products with Firewall capabilities, various customer premises equipment, and carrier-class equipment supporting high-speed Ethernet. The framework is open to organisations in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland, as well as members of NRENs outside the UK. The tender deadline has been extended until Monday 17th June at 12:00. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase with an active status. This tender for the Network Solution Framework provides opportunities for businesses involved in the supply and support of network equipment, software, cabling, and installation services. Companies specialising in network equipment, technology infrastructure, and related services would be well-suited to compete. The framework agreement allows for multiple suppliers, presenting a chance for businesses to engage in long-term contracts and potentially grow their presence in the network equipment market. ## Notice The framework agreement will be for the supply and support of a broad range of wired and Wi-Fi network equipment including devices with Firewall capabilities, low-end customer premises equipment (CPE), mid-range enterprise, and high-end carrier-class type equipment supporting up to 100 Gigabit Ethernet and above. It also covers converged network adapters, interface modules, transceivers, access points etc, associated ancillary goods including, but not limited to software, cabling and installation; and associated services including but not limited to development days, project management, resident engineer professional services and fully managed solutions. This framework is open to organisations in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland, as well as members of NRENs outside the UK. ### Lot Information Cisco Products and services referred to in Section II.1.4 which are specific to the vendor (OEM) for this Lot. Renewal: The framework will run for an initial term of two years. JSL will then have the option to extend the framework (on a lot-by-lot basis) for up to two further 12-month periods (2+1+1). This will mean a maximum possible lifetime of 4 years for the framework. Extreme Networks Products and services referred to in Section II.1.4 which are specific to the vendor (OEM) for this Lot. Renewal: The framework will run for an initial term of two years. JSL will then have the option to extend the framework (on a lot-by-lot basis) for up to two further 12-month periods (2+1+1). This will mean a maximum possible lifetime of 4 years for the framework. HPE Aruba Networking Products and services referred to in Section II.1.4 which are specific to the vendor (OEM) for this Lot. Renewal: The framework will run for an initial term of two years. JSL will then have the option to extend the framework (on a lot-by-lot basis) for up to two further 12-month periods (2+1+1). This will mean a maximum possible lifetime of 4 years for the framework. Juniper Products and services referred to in Section II.1.4 which are specific to the vendor (OEM) for this Lot. Renewal: The framework will run for an initial term of two years. JSL will then have the option to extend the framework (on a lot-by-lot basis) for up to two further 12-month periods (2+1+1). This will mean a maximum possible lifetime of 4 years for the framework. Palo Alto Products and services referred to in Section II.1.4 which are specific to the vendor (OEM) for this Lot. Renewal: The framework will run for an initial term of two years. JSL will then have the option to extend the framework (on a lot-by-lot basis) for up to two further 12-month periods (2+1+1). This will mean a maximum possible lifetime of 4 years for the framework. Fortinet Products and services referred to in Section II.1.4 which are specific to the vendor (OEM) for this Lot. Renewal: The framework will run for an initial term of two years. JSL will then have the option to extend the framework (on a lot-by-lot basis) for up to two further 12-month periods (2+1+1). This will mean a maximum possible lifetime of 4 years for the framework. Infoblox Products and services referred to in Section II.1.4 which are specific to the vendor (OEM) for this Lot. Renewal: The framework will run for an initial term of two years. JSL will then have the option to extend the framework (on a lot-by-lot basis) for up to two further 12-month periods (2+1+1). This will mean a maximum possible lifetime of 4 years for the framework. Netscout (8) Products and services referred to in Section II.1.4 which are specific to the vendor (OEM) for this Lot. Renewal: The framework will run for an initial term of two years. JSL will then have the option to extend the framework (on a lot-by-lot basis) for up to two further 12-month periods (2+1+1). This will mean a maximum possible lifetime of 4 years for the framework. Nokia Products and services referred to in Section II.1.4 which are specific to the vendor (OEM) for this Lot. Renewal: The framework will run for an initial term of two years. JSL will then have the option to extend the framework (on a lot-by-lot basis) for up to two further 12-month periods (2+1+1). This will mean a maximum possible lifetime of 4 years for the framework. Open Lot Products and services referred to in Section II.1.4 which are specific to the any other vendor (OEM) not specifically named in Lots 1-9. Renewal: The framework will run for an initial term of two years. JSL will then have the option to extend the framework (on a lot-by-lot basis) for up to two further 12-month periods (2+1+1). This will mean a maximum possible lifetime of 4 years for the framework. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018530-2024 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Jun 2024 | | Submission deadline | 31 May 2024 | | Future notice date | 29 Jun 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | JSL | | Additional buyers | JISC | | Locality | DIDCOT | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX11 0SG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32400000 - Networks - 32420000 - Network equipment - 32424000 - Network infrastructure ## Release History - 14 Jun 2024 at 16:04 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018530-2024 - 21 May 2024 at 07:49 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015934-2024 - 1 May 2024 at 14:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014092-2024 - 9 Jan 2024 at 12:47 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000635-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=81163&B=JISC - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/87175 - https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=JISC - https://www.jisc.ac.uk - https://www.jisc.ac.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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