Purpose The procurement is divided into two sub-contracts: Sub-contract 1 – Network equipment for Cisco based network environment: Supplementing, renewing and lifecycle management of the existing Cisco based infrastructure. Cisco or equivalent products that comply with the requirements for compatibility and functionality are available. Sub-contract 2 – General network platform: Procurement of a technology neutral network platform with switches, wireless access points, central administration, necessary licences and manufacturer support. The firewall is included as an option.

Network equipment for Cisco based network environment

Description of sub-contract 1 Sub-contract 1 involves supplementing, renewing and life cycle management for the existing Cisco based infrastructure. Cisco has been given to describe the existing platform and licence and support relationships. "Cisco or equivalent" applies for network equipment and other products, with requirements for compatibility and documentation as stated in the requirement specification.

Comprehensive network platform

Description of sub-contract 2 The agreement shall be technological neutral and as a minimum include switches, wireless access points, central administration/controls, necessary licences and relevant manufacturer support. Switches, access points and central administration/controls shall belong to the same manufacturer platform. The firewall from the same platform is included as an option. General consultancy services, migration, installation, operational services and physical stand-by are not included in sub-contract 2. Necessary product licences and regular manufacturer support are included.