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title: "Provision of Managed Internet Services for Student Accommodation for The University of Birmingham"
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# Provision of Managed Internet Services for Student Accommodation for The University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068e5a

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is conducting a preliminary engagement stage for the upcoming tender titled "Provision of Managed Internet Services for Student Accommodation." The procurement process, initiated through a Request for Information (RFI) on the University's E-Tendering Portal, aims to gather supplier insights and capabilities in delivering resilient Wi-Fi and network services suitable for high-density student accommodations. The RFI is scheduled for completion by 7 May 2026, with any clarification questions due by 5 May 2026. This is part of the University's strategic planning in Birmingham, United Kingdom, under the public authority sub-central government category, with potential contract start in September 2027.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in internet network services, network infrastructure, and computer network services. Companies with experience in internet and network services, particularly those adept in high-density residential environments, will find this opportunity attractive. Engaging in this informal market exercise could enhance business visibility and establish potential partnerships with the University for future competitive exercises. Despite the University's status as a Non Contracting Authority, participating suppliers will benefit from the insights gained and may be shortlisted for subsequent tender processes outside of the Procurement Act 2023.

## Notice

The University of Birmingham is looking to undertake pre-tender market engagement in relation to an upcoming tender opportunity for the Framework Agreement for the Provision of Managed Internet Services for Student Accommodation. The University has issued a Request for Information (RFI) document on our E-Tendering portal In-Tend to gain a better understanding of the market, and understand supplier capacity to deliver the University's requirements and discuss the tender process itself. Following supplier engagement, it is the University's intention to conduct a tender exercise with a select list of suppliers. To finalise this list, additional supplier-specific information may be requested as needed. If you are interested in engaging with the University for this project, please register to our E-Tendering Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home) if you are not already, and express interest against the Framework Agreement for the Provision of Managed Internet Services for Student Accommodation. . Interested parties should note that the University of Birmingham is operating as a Non Contracting Authority and any process associated with this tender opportunity will be conducted outside of the Procurement Act 2023.

### Planning Information

The University has published a Request for Information (RFI) document on our In-Tend E-Tendering Portal. If you are interested in engaging with the University for this project, please register to our E-Tendering Portal 
(https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home) if you are not already, and express interest against the Framework Agreement for the Provision of Managed Internet Services for Student Accommodation (FRAM0475-25) and complete and return the RFI document attached to the In-Tend project.
Any clarification questions should be submitted via the In-Tend portal. The deadline for clarification questions will close on the 5th May 2026 at 5PM. The University reserves the right to not respond to any questions received after the deadline.
The purpose of this RFI is to gather high level information on supplier capability, service models, and experience in delivering resilient Wi Fi and network services in high density residential environments typical of university accommodation.
This RFI forms part of an informal exploratory exercise and does not constitute a procurement process, invitation to tender, or commitment to award a contract. No contract or agreement shall arise from this RFI, and the University accepts no obligation to proceed to any subsequent stage.
Responses may be used to form an informal shortlist of suppliers who may be invited to participate in any future competitive exercise. Participation in this RFI does not guarantee further engagement, nor does non participation preclude suppliers from taking part in future procurement opportunities.
The engagement deadline provided is an estimate only. The University reserves the right to extend the date above to engage further with suppliers if required.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039584-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 7 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2027 - 31 Aug 2030 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 32412110 - Internet network
- 32424000 - Network infrastructure
- 72400000 - Internet services
- 72700000 - Computer network services

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2026 at 07:44 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039584-2026
- 29 Apr 2026 at 15:11 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039398-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039584-2026
  30th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039398-2026
  29th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.birmingham.ac.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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