Structured Cabling

What this is

Cardiff University is establishing a single-supplier framework agreement for the provision and installation of copper and fibre-optic network infrastructure cabling, plus associated hardware, passive/active network equipment and civils works, per the University's Network Cabling Standards. Above-threshold open procedure, estimated value £190,000, framework running Dec 2026–Nov 2028 with two 12-month extension options.

Key points

• Single-supplier framework for copper/fibre network cabling + civils & equipment
• Per Cardiff University Network Cabling Standards; above-threshold open procedure
• Estimated £190k; framework Dec 2026–Nov 2028 + 2x12-month extensions
• Deadline: 14 August 2026, 12:00 via Cardiff In-tend portal

Who can bid

Above-threshold open procedure; economic selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents. GPA-covered. Single supplier appointed.

How it is scored

Quality 55% · Price 45% 45% Quality, 10% Responsible Procurement, 45% Price

Money

Estimated value £190,000 ex VAT (£228,000 inc VAT); prices fixed for the initial period

How to submit

Submit electronically via the Cardiff University In-tend portal; enquiry deadline 27 July 2026, tender deadline 14 August 2026 12:00; award ~21 September 2026

Clarifications

Enquiry deadline 27 July 2026, 12:00 via In-tend

Contract period

1 December 2026 – 30 November 2028 framework, with 2 x 12-month extensions (to 30 November 2030)

Classification

CPV 32421000 — Network cabling WalesCardiff and Vale of Glamorgan