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title: "West Slope Main Development - IT Equipment - Cabling"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058767"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
published: "2025-08-13"
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# West Slope Main Development - IT Equipment - Cabling

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058767

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## Summary

The University of Sussex, situated in Falmer, Brighton, led the procurement process for the "West Slope Main Development - IT Equipment - Cabling" project. This procurement falls under the industry category of works, focusing on the installation of cable infrastructure necessary to connect the university's data hubs. The project, conducted through a limited procurement method below the threshold for competition, was completed with an award made on 7th August 2025 to Coastal Data Systems Ltd. The contract period began on 13th August 2025 and is set to conclude by 31st December 2025, with operations primarily taking place in the UKJ2 region of the United Kingdom. Key considerations for potential suppliers were specified in the award notice published on 13th August 2025.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT and infrastructure sectors, particularly those specialising in cabling and data integration. Firms like small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in similar technology and installation services could find growth potential by engaging in this type of public sector contract. The project's focus on specialised cabling infrastructure may attract companies with expertise in providing high-grade technical solutions to educational institutions. Through similar competitive tenders, businesses can enhance their portfolios and expand their service offerings within the public sector, aligning with evolving technological demands in educational environments.

## Notice

Cabling supply and installation for the west slope project to connect to the University's data hubs.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048551-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Aug 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £59,915 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | FALMER, BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COASTAL DATA SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45314300 - Installation of cable infrastructure

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2025 at 16:02 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048551-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048551-2025
  13th August 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sussex.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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