Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cee-315d-72a9-ac8d-7737810a48c6/partner-to-provide-network-equipment-and-related-professional-services-request closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Partner to provide network equipment and related professional services - Request for Information (RFI) [The University of Manchester](https://tendernation.io/buyers/the-university-of-manchester) Estimated value Not stated Published 6 Dec 2024 Deadline Closed 10 Jan 2025 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - 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 We seek a partner to supply network equipment and professional services that can: - Deliver a wide range of equipment, including enterprise-grade and carrier-class solutions, as well as ancillary goods such as software, transceivers, access points, and cabling. - Provide tailored professional services, including consultation, design, installation, integration, and ongoing support, to complement and strengthen our in-house capabilities. - Offer innovative and flexible solutions that align with our strategic objectives, supporting long-term scalability and adaptability in a rapidly changing technological landscape. Through this RFI, we aim to identify potential partners who share our vision and can demonstrate the capacity, expertise, and commitment to support our journey towards creating a best-in-class network infrastructure. Your responses will inform the development of our technical specifications, procurement strategies, and implementation roadmap. The University of Manchester no longer meets the criteria of a 'body governed by public law' and is therefore not considered a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation. As a result, the University of Manchester will no longer be subject to the regime contained in The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation with effect from 1 August 2023. However, as an institution founded for the public good, an exempt charity and an organization in receipt of public funds, the University has a duty to manage expenditure in an appropriate manner and aims to deliver value for money across its non-pay spend by adhering to good procurement practice Additional information: Information, formalities and necessary requirements to be met will be set out in the procurement documents, all of which are freely available via the University's procurement portal In-Tend - [in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Read full description ## CPV classification Computer equipment and supplies Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/ac42acff-c3e4-42fc-af80-f3d21661e955) 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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