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Procurement of Network Support Services

University of South Wales · Education

In brief

University of South Wales was looking for suppliers for IT and software work. Bidding has closed and no award has been published yet.

The estimated value is £99,000 excluding VAT.

The contract runs for 1 year, up to 2 years with extensions, starting 13 March 2026.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

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What the notice says

The University of South Wales (USW) operates a multi-campus network environment that underpins critical teaching, learning, research, and business services across Treforest, Glyntaff, Cardiff, and Newport. The network includes a modern software-defined access infrastructure, enterprise wireless, security platforms, and a monitoring capability used to maintain performance, availability, and operational assurance. USW requires additional specialist capability to support day-to-day network operations, maintain service stability, and provide structured oversight across core BAU tasks. This requirement also supports the development of internal capability through training and mentorship of junior engineers, student placements, and graduates. The supplier will work closely with the USW Network team to support operational delivery, maintain compliance with service processes, and contribute to proactive monitoring, fault resolution, controlled change, and continuous improvement.

Timeline

  1. Tender notice · UK4, notice 016557-2026

About the buyer

Procurements

74

Awards

50

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From notice 016557-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 24 February 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.