Establishment of a Framework for Procurement of Network Security Layer

European Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF)

Published: Aug 6, 2026

Updated: Aug 7, 2026

Source: TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU)

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the information and communication technology sector, with a focus on Software. Located in Italy, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before September 7, 2026.

Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the information and communication technology sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This ITT is expected to result in the setting up of a Framework Agreement with multiple suppliers, with the ultimate purpose of securing the best value for money in the provision of equipment/software and its associated maintenance and support services, and other services to build a Network Security Layer that will be purchased and installed by ECMWF at its Data Centre located in Bologna and its three offices sites located in Reading, Bologna and Bonn. The ITT will also include: (i) professional services for the design validation and onsite engineer presence during the deployment phase if and when required; (ii) training of ECMWF staff. The initial Framework will be for four (4) years with the possibility of extension for a further two (2) years. ECMWF may reopen the Framework on a competitive basis at a later date to add additional suppliers to the Framework on the same conditions. In addition, this ITT intends to place an order for an Initial Purchase (Lot 1) comprising equipment from the supplier providing the best solution and value for money for this Initial Purchase, which has also been selected for the Framework. The contract for the Initial Purchase is anticipated to be awarded in December 2026. Suppliers must submit Tenders to supply the Initial Purchase for inclusion onto the Framework.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on August 6, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About European Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF)

European Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) has issued 31 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 8 currently open and 9 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Research & Innovation, Information & Communication Technology, and General Supplies & Services. Tenders span 2 countries including Germany and Italy. Notices are distributed via TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: August 6, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is September 7, 2026. You have 32 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by European Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) in Italy. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Italy. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.