--- title: "PROVISION OF NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000823042" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823042" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823042.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823042.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HANOVER (SCOTLAND) HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD" published: "2026-02-06" --- # PROVISION OF NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE Buyer: HANOVER (SCOTLAND) HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823042 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823042) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823042.json) ## Summary The Hanover (Scotland) Housing Association Ltd, located in Edinburgh, has initiated an active tender for the replacement of outdated Cisco Meraki firewalls and wireless access points, aiming to implement modern, secure, and vendor-supported network infrastructure. This open procurement process, specifically under the category of housing and community amenities, targets the enhancement of secure and high-performing network connectivity across Hanover's development sites. The tender, identified as "PROVISION OF NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE," is open for electronic submission until 6th March 2026, with the award process beginning immediately after. The delivery is expected in Edinburgh City, falling under the goods procurement category, with key contract roles being managed by Hanover as the central purchasing body. This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in network technology, particularly those experienced in delivering robust firewall and wireless solutions. Ideal candidates would include vendors with a track record in public sector projects, capable of adhering to governance, cybersecurity, and value-for-money principles. Businesses capable of providing phased delivery, comprehensive warranties, and buyback of the existing Meraki infrastructure will find this tender advantageous. Furthermore, firms that can offer electronic transactions and adapt to variant-free submissions, in line with local procurement regulations, will be well-suited to meet Hanover's requirements. This contract not only promises technical advancement but also emphasises community benefits, aligning with public sector procurement policies. ## Notice The purpose of this procurement is to replace existing end of support Cisco Meraki firewalls and wireless access points with modern, secure, and fully vendor supported solutions. The successful tenderer will support Hanover in the provision of secure, resilient, and high performing network connectivity across its development sites, in line with public sector governance, cybersecurity, and value for money principles. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Existing Infrastructure Challenges Objectives of the Network Refresh. The scope of this procurement includes the supply of network infrastructure equipment and associated warranties. The successful tenderer shall be responsible for: Supply of new firewall and wireless access point hardware in accordance with this specification Provision of manufacturer warranties for the full contract term Secure packaging, transportation, and delivery of all equipment to Hanover's Edinburgh office Support for phased delivery in multiple batches, if required Guidance on any licencing implications Buyback of current Meraki infrastructure which will be required as part of this project (If applicable). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549055 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HANOVER (SCOTLAND) HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH7 4NS | | 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 | Leith Walk | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith | | Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32424000 - Network infrastructure ## Release History - 6 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549055 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549055 PROVISION OF NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE - The purpose of this procurement is to replace existing end of support Cisco Meraki firewalls and wireless access points with modern, secure, and fully vendor supported solutions. The successful tenderer will support Hanover in the provision of secure, resilient, and high performing network connectivity across its development sites, in line with public sector governance, cybersecurity, and value for money principles. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.hanover.scot - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823042 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=823042 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/authority/noticecreate/Question602.aspx?ID=823042 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823042. 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