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title: "Procurement of Network Support Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065b3f"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES"
published: "2026-02-24"
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# Procurement of Network Support Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065b3f

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## Summary

The University of South Wales, located in Pontypridd, UK, is currently initiating a tender stage for the procurement of Network Support Services, aiming to bolster its multi-campus network infrastructure which is crucial for teaching, learning, research, and business operations across Treforest, Glyntaff, Cardiff, and Newport. This tender falls under the services category with industry classifications focusing on local and wide area network services within the region of UKL15. The procurement method is open, below threshold, allowing wide competition for suitable vendors. Key dates to note include the enquiry period ending on 3rd March 2026, the tender period concluding on 10th March 2026, and the contract expected to start on 13th March 2026. The anticipated contract period spans one year, with potential for a 12-month extension.

This tender offers a unique opportunity for businesses experienced in network consultancy, particularly those adept at providing both day-to-day operational support and strategic oversight involving software-defined access infrastructure, enterprise wireless, and security platforms. SMEs are encouraged to apply, with the bid evaluation placing significant emphasis on social value and quality (70%), alongside cost considerations (30%). Businesses that specialise in mentoring and training junior engineers or supporting student placements in network operations would find this tender particularly advantageous. Engaging in this contract can not only foster business growth through expanded service offerings but also facilitate deeper industry engagement and collaboration within the academic sector.

## Notice

The University of South Wales (USW) operates a multi-campus network environment that underpins critical teaching, learning, research, and business services across Treforest, Glyntaff, Cardiff, and Newport. The network includes a modern software-defined access infrastructure, enterprise wireless, security platforms, and a monitoring capability used to maintain performance, availability, and operational assurance. USW requires additional specialist capability to support day-to-day network operations, maintain service stability, and provide structured oversight across core BAU tasks. This requirement also supports the development of internal capability through training and mentorship of junior engineers, student placements, and graduates. The supplier will work closely with the USW Network team to support operational delivery, maintain compliance with service processes, and contribute to proactive monitoring, fault resolution, controlled change, and continuous improvement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016557-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Mar 2026 - 13 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,000 |
| Lots value | £99,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES |
| Locality | PONTYPRIDD |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF37 1DL |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Treforest |
| Westminster constituency | Pontypridd |
| Delivery location | TLL15 Central Valleys, TLL16 Gwent Valleys |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72710000 - Local area network services
- 72720000 - Wide area network services

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2026 at 15:20 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016557-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016557-2026
  24th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/guest/login.do
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/go/77447913019C8F83CA5C
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.southwales.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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