---
title: "UE279143_2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b322"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-06-11"
---

# UE279143_2026

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b322

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the University of Exeter involved the installation of 70 new Cat6a outlets, a project categorised under 'services' within the communications equipment installation industry. The contract, identified as UE279143_2026, was conducted using a direct procurement method without competition, indicating a "below threshold" procurement. The awarding stage has been completed, with the contract running from 13th May 2026 to 11th May 2027. The location of the buyer is Exeter, UK, and Data Path Office Network Services Ltd has been awarded the contract. The total contract value is GBP 37,390.58.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in communications infrastructure, particularly those proficient in the installation of Cat6a network outlets. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Data Path Office Network Services Ltd, which can leverage their expertise in installation services, are particularly well-suited for these opportunities. The direct procurement method, chosen to expedite the process, highlights potential growth for small businesses able to deliver efficient, high-quality service, building relationships with educational institutions such as the University of Exeter.

## Notice

Installation of 70 x New Cat6a outlets

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055307-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2026 - 11 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £31,158 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DATA PATH OFFICE NETWORK SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment

## Release History

- 11 Jun 2026 at 13:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055307-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055307-2026
  11th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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