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title: "Network Refresh"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000511065"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2026-06-16"
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# Network Refresh

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000511065

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Network Refresh" contract, initiated by the University of Edinburgh, involves the extension and enhancement of the institution's existing network infrastructure. This project, categorized under the goods industry, is located in Edinburgh (UKM75). As of 16th June 2026, the procurement is in the stages of updating awards and contracts. The initial contract was active from 21st June 2019, and the undertaking includes a wide range of deliverables such as core networks, distribution, firewalls, and equipment installation. The contract, valued at £10,028,512, was awarded using a competitive dialogue procurement method due to the complexity and required technical inputs of the project. The contract duration extends over a period of significant length with a potential for further renewal options.

This procurement offers extensive business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialized in network solutions and infrastructures, including wireless and security features. Large-scale providers and SMEs with capabilities in deploying comprehensive network solutions, such as equipment delivery and installation, would find this tender well-suited to their strengths. The competitive dialogue process and selective procurement method encourage organisations with robust technical expertise and a demonstrated track record in similar past projects to engage and compete for participation. Additionally, businesses adept at managing large data networks and offering scalable, secure, and efficient networking solutions should particularly consider this tender.

## Notice

The University has appointed a Supplier to provide a network solution, encompassing the below: 1. Core Network 2. Distribution 3. Edge Network 4. Wireless Network 5. Firewalls & Security Features 6. Management & Monitoring Tools 7. Deployment 8. Support & Maintenance

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University has an existing contract with European Electronique for supply of network infrastucture and related services; the scope of this expressly includes firewalls & equipment. The University extends this contract to include firewall architecture, delivery hardware, installation and configuration

Options: Equipment and services for delivery of the University data networking, including: - information security network controls - network management and monitoring - installation and support services - services to improve quality and coverage of mobile telephony - performance and facility options for wireless and wired networks - exit services

Renewal: Initial 5-year contract with possible 2 year extensions (maximum 4 extensions). Extension options will act as breakpoints for contract review and allow for a refresh of the network should this be required.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558087 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jun 2019 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Should the maximum number of extensions be exercised (5+2+2+2+2) this contract will be due for renewal in 2031. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | £6,200,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £10,028,512 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EUROPEAN ELECTRONIQUE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks
- 32420000 - Network equipment
- 32428000 - Network upgrade

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558087
- 28 Jun 2019 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL358857
- 13 Sep 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP295548

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP295548
  Network Refresh - The University wishes to appoint a Supplier to provide a network solution, encompassing the below: 1. Core Network 2. Distribution 3. Edge Network 4. Wireless Network 5. Internal and Wireless Firewall 6. Management & Monitoring Tools 7. Deployment 8. Support & Maintenance This project will not be divided into lots due to its complexity. In accordance with Reg 27(4) of The Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, use of this procedure is justified on the basis that the supplies and services cannot be sufficiently defined and require supplier technical design input. The complexity of this project and need to mitigate risk on technical, financial, legal and reputational dimensions, necessitates dialogue. Bidders must self-certify adherence to selection and exclusion criteria via the ESPD (Scotland) on PCS-T, and may be required to submit Means of Proof at a later stage. When completing the ESPD, bidders must have regard for the selection requirements detailed in Section III of this OJEU Notice.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL358857
  Network Refresh - The University has appointed a Supplier to provide a network solution, encompassing the below: 1. Core Network 2. Distribution 3. Edge Network 4. Wireless Network 5. Firewalls & Security Features 6. Management & Monitoring Tools 7. Deployment 8. Support & Maintenance
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558087
  Network Refresh

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/hse40.pdf
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000511065
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

## Provenance

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