HPE Aruba Wireless Access Points
About This Opportunity
This is a supplies contract in the information and communication technology sector, with a focus on Hardware. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, 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. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
The University intends to modernise its wireless network infrastructure through the procurement of HPE Aruba wireless access points (WAPs). This investment will support the University's ongoing digital transformation and ensure secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity across all campuses.
This procurement aligns with the University's IT strategy to deliver scalable and resilient wireless services for staff, students, and visitors, supporting academic, research, and operational activities.
The proposed solution will also enable future developments, including IoT integration, supporting initiatives such as smart buildings, robotics laboratories, and wayfinding systems. It will form a foundational layer for campus-wide connectivity. HPE Aruba WAPs provide industry-standard capabilities, including Wi-Fi 6/6E technology, advanced security features, and centralised network management, ensuring a future-ready solution.
The University intends to modernise its wireless network infrastructure through the procurement of HPE Aruba wireless access points (WAPs). This investment will support the University's ongoing digital transformation and ensure secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity across all campuses.
This procurement aligns with the University's IT strategy to deliver scalable and resilient wireless services for staff, students, and visitors, supporting academic, research, and operational activities.
The proposed solution will also enable future developments, including IoT integration, supporting initiatives such as smart buildings, robotics laboratories, and wayfinding systems. It will form a foundational layer for campus-wide connectivity. HPE Aruba WAPs provide industry-standard capabilities, including Wi-Fi 6/6E technology, advanced security features, and centralised network management, ensuring a future-ready solution.
The scope of this project includes:
Supply and delivery of wireless access points
Provision of management and orchestration components
Installation and commissioning services
Associated professional services (e.g. capacity planning and site surveying)
Ongoing technical support
The goods and services are intrinsically linked, as the performance of the wireless network depends on both the hardware and its configuration and support. Accordingly, the contract is primarily for the provision of goods, with essential supporting services to ensure full operational functionality.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on May 28, 2026. Last refreshed 91 days ago. Reference: 050271-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation
University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation has issued 90 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 3 currently open and 75 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Information & Communication Technology, and Education & Training. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: September 14, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 050271-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to KHIPU networks. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation in United Kingdom. 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.
How much was the contract awarded for?
KHIPU networks was awarded the contract for £1,292,348. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
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