CA18608 - Switch Architecture Refresh

Scope Summary

You are invited to submit a Tender for the provision of a Network Switch Refresh for Birmingham Metropolitan College. The contract relates solely to the supply, support, implementation and maintenance of the switch infrastructure equipment and services detailed within this Invitation to Tender and associated pricing schedule. The proposed solution must be based solely upon the HPE Aruba equipment specified within this Tender documentation. Alternative manufacturers, substitute products, equivalent solutions, refurbished equipment, reconditioned equipment, or equipment from any other vendor will not be considered under any circumstances. Includes Lots: Lot 1: Switch Hardware Lot 2: Support Arrangements To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18608. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18608 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Bid Readiness Checklist

• 1. Portal Registration & Eligibility Mandatory
  Confirm active supplier account on the issuing portal to submit bids to buyer "BMet College" (UK / International).
  Suggested Evidence: Contracts Finder / Find a Tender Supplier Account
• 2. Submission Deadline & Format Mandatory
  Finalize pricing and compliance attachments at least 24 hours ahead of Closes 2026-11-23 · 9 days left.
  Suggested Evidence: Signed Cover Form, Mandatory Returnables & Complete File Upload
• 3. Technical Specs, Lead Times & Warranty Mandatory
  Confirm OEM/equivalent part compliance, delivery lead times, OEM authorization, and post-delivery warranty coverage.
  Suggested Evidence: Spec Sheet, OEM Authorization & Lead-Time Schedule
• 4. Commercial Pricing Schedule Mandatory
  Structure itemized fixed or T&M pricing within the £745,562 (GBP) notice value.
  Suggested Evidence: Itemized Pricing Table, Rate Card & Scope Assumptions