Scope
Description
Renewal of 2020 Agreement for Residential and Guest Wifi Network Services
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £362,198.40 excluding VAT
- £434,638.08 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
9 February 2026
Contract dates
- 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2028
- 2 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72400000 - Internet services
Contract locations
- UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Justification for not setting key performance indicators
KPIs from original agreement are carried forward to this extension.
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Additional or repeat goods, services or works - extension or partial replacement
This supplier is the existing service provider for WiFi services in Student Accommodation. This extension aligns all current and previous commitments to a single termination date and incorporates new residential services required within a limited timeframe. The University will also benefit from using the legacy equipment in the accommodation for a further two years, reducing the need for premature hardware replacement and supporting the University's sustainability goals by extending the lifecycle of existing assets.
Supplier
ASK4 LIMITED
- Companies House: 03980594
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHPR-1983-HRMT
Devonshire Green House
Sheffield
S1 4JL
United Kingdom
Email: legal@ask4.com
Website: https://www.ask4.com/
Region: UKE32 - Sheffield
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
University of the West of England
- UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN number): 10007164
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPXW-8925-GTVT
Frenchay Campus, Coldharbour Lane
Bristol
BS16 1QY
United Kingdom
Email: purchasing@uwe.ac.uk
Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government