Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c0e-fdc8-71ba-8c82-087c451e3d37/invitation-to-tender-for-the-supply-delivery-of-ethernet-switching-equipment awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Invitation to Tender for the Supply & Delivery of Ethernet Switching Equipment [University of Chester](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-chester) Estimated value £15,000 to £50,000 Published 21 Nov 2016 Deadline Closed 6 Dec 2016 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender This is an award notice for the following which was previously advertised on 21/11/16. Please note that the contract values have since been updated to reflect approximate value of contract awarded (original text is below). University of Chester is inviting tenders for the supply and delivery of Ethernet switching equipment. Whilst the anticipated contract value, based on indicative quantities within this tender is approximated at £40,000 - £50,000 including VAT, actual demand and volumes may vary from the indicative values given in this tender, as over the period of the contract term, additional requirements may be identified, or reduced. Quantities or volumes specified within this tender document are therefore indicative only. One order may therefore be placed for the total indicative volume, or as separate, individual orders. Although the contract will be awarded for the duration of this contract term, the quantity given is estimated. There is no guarantee of business placed as additional requirements may be identified, or reduced. The appointed contractor may therefore be required to supply requirements, below, or in addition to, what has been initially specified. Dates and values provided are estimated and may be subject to change. This tender (and subsequent awarded contract/s), may also include any requirements that are funded by external bodies, inclusive of ERDF funded projects. Additional information: If you wish to participate in the opportunity please download the tender documents from the University's e-tendering portal, "In-Tend" - [in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester](http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester). Please note that where you may have previously registered with In-Tend, it will be necessary for you to ensure that your registration does include being registered to see opportunities for University of Chester. Registration to this site is free for suppliers. Once registered, please download the tender documents. These must be completed and returned via the In-Tend portal by 10:00am on Tuesday, 6th December 2016. There is also Help/Guidance on how to use the supplier site on the 'Help' section of the site: [in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/HelpOverview) Alternatively, In-tend Support can help suppliers and is open Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5pm (excluding Bank Holidays) - 0845 557 8079 / 0114 407 0065 / Read full description ## CPV classification Ethernet network Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/5abab786-ce52-4013-a5f7-6145fd9a4db3) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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