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ZGR 2026 Connections
Coöperatie Samen Innoveren/Inkopen/Ict voor Onderwijs Nederland UA · Open · 2 lots · 413839
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ScopeAdvicePoints of attentionSuitability requirementsAward criteriaTimeline
Type
Services
72400000 · Internet services
Estimated value
Not published
To deadline
-56d
Apr 20, 2026 · 12:00
Knock-outs
6
exclusion grounds
Award basis
Best price-quality ratio
2 criteria
Caution — high thresholdconfidence high
Through a European tender, SIVON is looking for network operators and network integrators to provide high-quality ZGR internet connections for education. The assignment has an estimated value of 22 million euros and is divided into two lots.
Services · Open · European procedure · SME-friendly
SME-friendlyEuropean6 exclusion groundsComplete timeline
CharacteristicsCPV 72ServicesSME-friendlyEU tender
01What is being requested
The assignment concerns the provision of Silver, Gold and Redundant (ZGR) fiber optic connections (OSI layer 2) between school locations and the central equipment of Kennisnet. The total estimated contract value amounts to € 22,000,000.00 excl. VAT over a framework agreement with an initial duration of two (2) years, with the possibility of two extensions of one (1) year each.
The purpose of this tender is to procure connections running from primary and secondary education school locations to the datacenters of the Veilig Internet service of SIVON. For its connections, SIVON distinguishes between the Bronze and Silver/Gold/Redundant levels and has launched two European tenders for this purpose. This European tender concerns the contracting of Silver/Gold/Redundant connections.
1Network Operator—
2Network Integrator—
02Breakdown by lot
Per-lot values not published — bars show only the lot breakdown.
03Strategic insight
Strategic insight · AI analysis
<ul Determine exactly whether your organization must bid as a Network Operator (Lot 1) or Network Integrator (Lot 2) to prevent incorrect classification and exclusion. Focus on achieving high national coverage, as this is a direct award criterion. Ensure a conclusive reference that meets the specific requirement of at least 30 connected locations within the past three years.
04Points of attention
Important · 5
Bidding is possible on a maximum of one lot (Lot 1: Network Operator or Lot 2: Network Integrator).Important
The fee for the NNI connection is a fixed, non-competitive component that must be accepted unchanged.Important
A waiting room agreement of 1 year applies to the next party in the ranking.Important
Variants proposed by the bidder are not accepted.Important
The NNI bandwidth must be upgraded as soon as actual usage exceeds 75% of the current bandwidth.Important
05Can I take part?
Exclusion ground · 6
Duly signed Uniform European Procurement Document (UEA)Exclusion ground
Procurement Conduct Declaration (GVA) no more than 24 months old on the date of publicationExclusion ground
Proof of registration in the national professional/trade register (KvK extract) no more than 6 months old on the date of publicationExclusion ground
Statement of Compliance with Fiscal Obligations from the Tax Authorities no more than 6 months old on the date of publicationExclusion ground
Duly signed Subcontractor Declaration (if applicable)Exclusion ground
Duly signed Sanctions Package Russia (Russia declaration)Exclusion ground
Financial · 2
Accountant's statement without a continuity paragraphFinancial
Business and/or professional liability insurance with coverage of at least € 500,000.00 per event and a maximum of € 1,000,000.00 per yearFinancial
Technical · 5
One reference for the core competence 'Experience in providing ethernet business networks' (minimum 30 connected locations), performed and successfully completed in the last three (3) calendar yearsTechnical
Quality assurance ISO 9001 or equivalentTechnical
Information security ISO 27001 or equivalentTechnical
Socially Responsible Commissioning and Procurement (MVOI) ISO 14001 or equivalentTechnical
Compliance with the Program of Requirements (PvE)Technical
06Exclusion grounds
Exclusion grounds (6)
- Duly signed Uniform European Procurement Document (UEA)
- Procurement Conduct Declaration (GVA) no more than 24 months old on the date of publication
- Proof of registration in the national professional/trade register (KvK extract) no more than 6 months old on the date of publication
- Statement of Compliance with Fiscal Obligations from the Tax Authorities no more than 6 months old on the date of publication
- Duly signed Subcontractor Declaration (if applicable)
- Duly signed Sanctions Package Russia (Russia declaration)
07Award criteria
National coverageweight n/a
The highest national coverage is offered.
Other award criteriaweight n/a
The highest score on the other award criteria.
08Process & timeline
Publication on procurement platform TenderNed
2026-02-26
Deadline for submitting questions first round of questions
2026-03-16T12:00:00+00:00
Publication of Note of Clarification first round of questions (NVI I)
2026-03-23
Deadline for submitting questions second round of questions
2026-03-31T12:00:00+00:00
Publication of Note of Clarification second round of questions (NVI II)
2026-04-08
Deadline for submitting bids
2026-04-20T12:00:00+00:00
Dispatch of intended award decision
2026-05-05
Verification interview
2026-05-12
End of objection period
2026-05-27T23:59:00+00:00
Commencement date (framework) agreement
2026-06-01
09Value in context
Estimate not published
The contracting authority did not publish an estimated value — common for a large share of contracts. The EU threshold for diensten is € 221.000, for reference.
10Likely competitors
#Likely bidderFitWins
1Odin Onderwijs B.V. h.o.d.n. CloudwiseSME9817×
2KPN B.V.SME9627×
3Protinus IT B.V.SME9632×
4Bechtle direct B.V.SME9625×
5Axians Communication Solutions B.V.SME9618×
6PQR B.V.SME9525×
11Tender documents
Bijlage 4d Concept Model Nadere Overeenkomst Afleverpunten 1v0 ZGRpdfFeb 28, 2026 · 287 KB
Bijlage 4a Concept raamovereenkomst verbindingen 1v0 ZGRpdfFeb 28, 2026 · 372 KB
Bijlage 3 Programma van Eisen SIVON 1v0 ZGRpdfFeb 28, 2026 · 606 KB
Bijlage 2 Opdrachtverstrekking 1v0 ZGRpdfFeb 28, 2026 · 386 KB
Bijlage 12 Volmacht tekeningsbevoegdheid v1.0 ZGRdocxFeb 28, 2026 · 53 KB
Bijlage 11 Begrippenlijst 1v0 ZGRpdfFeb 28, 2026 · 297 KB
Bijlage 4b Concept Model Nadere Overeenkomst Verbindingen 1v0 ZGRpdfFeb 28, 2026 · 288 KB
Bijlage 1 Aanbestedingsprocedure en regels v1.0 ZGRpdfFeb 28, 2026 · 412 KB
TN573380 - EF16 Aankondiging van een opdracht - algemene richtlijn, standaardregeling 20260226221229pdfFeb 28, 2026 · 236 KB
Bijlage 8 Referentieformulier 1v0 ZGRdocxFeb 28, 2026 · 48 KB
Offerteaanvraag Verbindingen ZGR - SIVON - 1v0pdfFeb 28, 2026 · 684 KB
Bijlage 7 - Verklaring Onderaannemer v1.0 ZGRdocxFeb 28, 2026 · 51 KB
12Legal themes that may be relevant here
Advies 53> Europese openbare procedure voor een overheidsopdracht tot het verrichten van diensten bestaande uit (dagelijks en periodiek) scAdvies 59> Meervoudig onderhandse aanbestedingsprocedure met betrekking tot een opdracht voor de levering van postdiensten en bezorging. InAdvies 451> Beklaagden hebben op 29 mei 2017 een Europese openbare aanbestedingsprocedure aangekondigd voor een raamovereenkomst per perceelAdvies 70> Meervoudig onderhandse procedure voor een training in begrijpelijk schrijven en een ‘train-de- trainer’ opleiding. Geldt de verpAdvies 48> Europese niet-openbare procedure voor werktuigkundige en elektrotechnische installaties van de nieuwbouw van een multifunctionel
13Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of this tender?
The purpose of the tender is to procure connections running from primary and secondary education locations to the datacenters of the Veilig Internet service of SIVON.
Which suitability criteria must bidders meet?
Bidders must have a proven track record as a network operator or network integrator for healthcare and education infrastructure and provide evidence of compliance with the SIVON Program of Requirements and relevant security or technical certificates.
What is meant by the Silver/Gold/Redundant category?
Under this category, high-quality 'business' fiber optic connections are understood, through which an Ethernet service (OSI layer 2) is provided.
What is the mandatory selection requirement for the delivery?
There is a mandatory requirement for the guaranteed delivery of Silver/Gold/Redundant connections in accordance with the PVO SIVON to be taxed.
Automatically compiled from the official tender data and documents.
14Estimated value versus the market
p25
€ 327K
€ 327K
median
€ 800K
€ 800K
p75
€ 2,5 mln
€ 2,5 mln
deze opdracht
Gegunde waarden in CPV 72 · diensten n=1436