Abri Network Services 2022

Concepts

• networks
• abri
• abri network services
• eastleigh
• network backbone
• edge routers
• new connectivity
• redundant link
• provision of a group-wide connectivity provider
• sd-wan technology

Location

Eastleigh

Description

Abri are seeking the provision of a group-wide connectivity provider for all our sites. Abri currently utilises SD-WAN technology for our network backbone and this is rolled out to every site. Our current contracts expire in 2022.All sites in the ‘East’ geography (former-Radian) are running on new connectivity, specified according to size and number of staff at sites. A redundant link is available at every site, ranging from 4G, PSTN to 1GB/1GB geo-diverse standby. Abri only require these to be taken on by a new supplier and no installation or configuration.Sites in the ‘West’ have had lines converted from MPLS to FTTC to facilitate SD-WAN, but this was a tactical solution deployed with the incumbent supplier. The edge routers in use are old and should be replaced along with new lines and redundancy where appropriate. Abri have used t-shirt sizing to allocate connectivity requirements for sites, and as standardisation is a major part of the technology strategy going forward, i

Total Quantity or Scope

See tender documentation: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/abri/aspx/Home

Renewal Options

up to 2x optional extensions of up to 2x years available.

CPV Codes

• 32400000 - Networks

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• This is a recurring contract.
• Renewals are available.
• Performance considerations apply.
• Award on basis of price and quality.