--- title: "Global IP Transit" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d44d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d44d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d44d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d44d.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "JISC" published: "2025-10-27" --- # Global IP Transit Buyer: JISC Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d44d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d44d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d44d.json) ## Summary Jisc, a public authority classified under sub-central government, is in the planning stage of procuring global IP transit services through their procurement process titled "Global IP Transit." The procurement aims to secure services from two providers, ideally 'tier 1,' for a contract spanning two to three years, with a focus on resilience at specific locations in London's Docklands and Manchester. Interested agencies are invited to submit expressions of interest by 31st December 2025. London and Manchester have been identified as key locations, and the tender pertains mainly to the telecommunications industry category. This opportunity is currently under the planning stage, with future communication notices expected by 12th February 2026. This tender offers significant opportunities for growth in the telecommunications sector, particularly for providers capable of delivering robust, high-capacity IP transit solutions. Businesses that specialise in telecommunications networks, equipment, and services, especially those with substantial infrastructure presence in London and Manchester, will find this opportunity well-suited to their strengths. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are also encouraged to participate, as the procurement approach allows for framework agreements and considers SME suitability. With the potential for high-value contracts and the chance to partner with a major public authority, this tender represents a valuable business prospect for telecom providers looking to expand their market presence. ## Notice Jisc is looking to procure global IP transit from two providers (preferably 'tier 1') for a two to three year contract. One provider must be present at two locations in London's Docklands, specified by Jisc, with the locations fully resilient from each other. The other provider must be present in the two Docklands locations plus Manchester, with Manchester's connectivity not relying on a presence in London. As part of any future tender submission it is expected that providers will supply topology maps with sufficient detail for Jisc to verify this resilience. Each connection will be delivered as at least 100GE, but options for multiples of 100GE or 400GE will be explored. As part of any future tender submission we will be seeking a suitable balance between commit levels and usage-based charges above the commit level. ### Planning Information Jisc invites interested agencies who can meet this requirement to submit an expression of interest via our etendering portal: https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=JISC The opportunity can be found under Proc3099 CTM ref: 104634 Please include a brief description of the service you provide and a link to your website. We may reach out to suppliers to arrange virtual meetings. The meetings will take place prior to the engagement deadline of 31/12/2025 and we appreciate your expediency with this activity. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068588-2025 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 12 Feb 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | JISC | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 6NB | | 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 - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services ### Codes - 32412100 - Telecommunications network - 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies - 64220000 - Telecommunication services except telephone and data transmission services ## Release History - 27 Oct 2025 at 14:30 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068588-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068588-2025 27th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=JISC - https://www.jisc.ac.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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